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Close-up of a juicy Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Chicken breast, with melted cheese oozing out.

Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Chicken

A simple and flavorful dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and cheese.
Imprimer la recette Pin Recipe
Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 25 minutes
Temps total 40 minutes
Portions: 4 people
Type de plat: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingrédients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Filling
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. In a bowl, mix the spinach, mozzarella, cream cheese, and garlic powder.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture.
  5. Season the outside of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  6. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtéines: 35gFat: 18gLipides saturés: 8gCholéstérol: 120mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 480mgFibre: 1gSucre: 1gVitamine A: 45IUVitamine C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgFer: 10mg

Notes

You can substitute the mozzarella with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor.

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