Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Provides lean protein for the main structure
Salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons olive oil for the filling
3 cups packed chopped spinach Adds vitamins and fresh flavor
4 cloves minced garlic Adds vitamins and fresh flavor
1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
4 oz softened cream cheese Creates creamy texture and savory taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella Creates creamy texture and savory taste
1/3 cup grated Parmesan Creates creamy texture and savory taste
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon onion powder
A pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
1-Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 375°F.
2-Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and garlic; cook until wilted. Let cool slightly.
3-Combine the cooked spinach and garlic with sun-dried tomatoes, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, oregano, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
4-Pat chicken dry. Cut a pocket horizontally into each breast without cutting through.
5-Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the filling mixture (about just under ½ cup per breast). Season outside with salt, pepper, and paprika.
6-Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
7-Transfer to the oven and bake for 17-20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8-Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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🔪 Tenderize thick chicken breasts for even cooking.
🧀 Shred cheese from blocks for better melting and flavor.
🍄 Optional add-ins like sautéed mushrooms, bacon, or feta can enhance the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 559
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 701 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 61 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg