Description
This Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken breasts filled with a savory blend of cheeses and fresh spinach. Perfect for a special dinner or a weeknight treat!
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Filling:
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Additional:
- toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken: Mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season chicken breasts on both sides.
- Prepare the filling: Combine spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic in a bowl. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture.
- Cook the chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet, then bake in the oven until cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest before serving.
Notes
- You can use frozen spinach—just thaw, drain, and squeeze out excess water before mixing.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
