Description
This Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe combines tender chicken breasts filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheeses, resulting in a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
- toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the chicken: Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Make the filling: Mix spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cheeses, and basil. Fill chicken pockets.
- Cook the chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet, then bake in the oven until cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the fillings to suit your taste preferences.
- Pair the stuffed chicken with roasted vegetables, pasta, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed breast
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
