Description
A delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for stuffed chicken breasts filled with creamy cheese and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, spinach, shredded cheese, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the cheese and spinach mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or olives to the stuffing mixture. You can also use different cheeses based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg