Description
A deliciously comforting stuffed chicken breast filled with spinach, mozzarella, and Parmesan, perfect for family gatherings or simple weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the spinach filling by mixing fresh spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
- Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them in half horizontally, without cutting through.
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the spinach filling.
- Secure the chicken using kitchen twine or toothpicks.
- Sear the chicken in an oven-safe skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to get creative with the filling by adding roasted red peppers or herbs. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, chicken breast, family dinner, comfort food, easy recipes