Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6-8 ounces each
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, and minced garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Place each chicken breast on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side. You want to create a deep pocket for the stuffing.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Evenly divide the spinach and feta mixture among the four chicken breasts, stuffing the mixture into each pocket. You may need to use your fingers to gently push the filling in.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Rub the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6-8 ounces each
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a medium bowl, combine the fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, and minced garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Place each chicken breast on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side. You want to create a deep pocket for the stuffing.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Evenly divide the spinach and feta mixture among the four chicken breasts, stuffing the mixture into each pocket. You may need to use your fingers to gently push the filling in.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Rub the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min