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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast: A Delicious Recipe!

A delicious and healthy recipe for Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Using a sharp knife, create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture, dividing it evenly between the two breasts.
  5. Secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary.
  6. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks if used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed chicken breastCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and reduce the amount of cheese used.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the stuffing mixture for extra flavor.

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