Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this stuffed chicken breast recipe. Juicy, tender chicken is filled with a creamy blend of fresh spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan, creating a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special gathering, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to savor every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese, garlic powder, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to create a pocket.
- Generously stuff each pocket with the filling.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg