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Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach and Cheese Recipe Awaits!

A delicious and healthy recipe for stuffed chicken breasts filled with spinach and cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese and spinach mixture, using toothpicks to secure the opening if necessary.
  5. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken, then transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

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

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
  • Substitute the spinach with kale or sun-dried tomatoes for a different flavor profile.

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