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Stuffed Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach, cream cheese, and herbs, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
Stuffing
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Topping
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Using a knife, create a pocket in each chicken breast. Stuff each pocket with the spinach and cheese mixture.
  3. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Bake the Chicken
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  2. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.

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