Description
A delicious and creamy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a savory mixture of fresh spinach, cream cheese, feta, and mozzarella, seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 chicken breasts (approximately 2 lbs.)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
Stuffing
- 4 oz fresh baby spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 oz feta cheese crumbles
- 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning mix: Mix paprika, cumin powder, salt, and chili powder together in a small bowl and set aside.
- Make the spinach stuffing: Roughly chop the fresh baby spinach and place it into a mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, feta cheese crumbles, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Massage and mix the ingredients with your hands until well combined into a thick paste-like mixture.
- Prepare chicken pockets: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff the chicken breasts: Divide the spinach cheese mixture into four equal parts and spoon each portion into the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the filling inside during cooking.
- Season and oil the chicken: Generously brush both sides of the stuffed chicken breasts with olive oil, then sprinkle the prepared seasoning mix over them evenly.
- Bake the chicken: Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear, adjusting time based on breast size.
Notes
- This recipe provides an easy yet flavorful way to enjoy stuffed chicken breasts with a creamy spinach and cheese filling.
- You can substitute cream cheese with ricotta or mascarpone for a different texture.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to avoid any injury.
- Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 519 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1114 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 56 g
- Cholesterol: 199 mg
