Name: Creamy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 tsp paprika (optional); 1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)

This creamy spinach stuffed chicken breast is a delightful dinner option, featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with a rich, garlicky spinach and cream cheese mixture. The chicken is seared to golden perfection and baked until tender, offering a comforting balance of flavors. The spinach adds a touch of earthiness, while the creamy filling brings richness and moisture. It’s a perfect dish for a cozy dinner, served alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

For extra flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan in the spinach mixture.
Searing the chicken before baking ensures a crispy outer crust.
Make sure the chicken breasts are pounded evenly for even cooking.

Yield: Serves 4

Creamy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Creamy spinach stuffed chicken breast, a flavorful and comforting dinner with garlic, cream cheese, and spinach.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach mixture.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and skip the Parmesan.
Chicken breasts can be pounded thin for quicker cooking and more stuffing.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 363Total Fat 20gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 137mgSodium 379mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 1gProtein 41g

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