Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Spinach Stuffed Chicken is a deliciously tender dish that elevates your dinner experience with its creamy, flavorful filling. Juicy chicken breasts are expertly stuffed with a blend of fresh spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan, then baked to perfection. This meal is ideal for weeknight dinners, date nights, or any special occasion where you want to impress. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix chopped spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Butterfly each chicken breast to create a pocket for the filling.
- Stuff each chicken pocket generously with the spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For additional flavor variations, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or feta cheese to the filling. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.