Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Indulge in these Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a gourmet dish that effortlessly combines creamy flavors and tender chicken for a delightful meal. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh spinach, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare and visually stunning on the plate, these stuffed chicken breasts are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Serve them alongside your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil. Season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt until well mixed.
- Stuff each pocket of the chicken breasts with the filling and press gently to seal.
- Place stuffed chicken in a baking dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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