Description
Indulge in the flavors of Spinach & Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken, a dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy filling of fresh spinach and cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers an irresistible taste sensation sure to impress. Enjoy this cheesy delight alongside your favorite sides for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped spinach until wilted (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sautéed spinach, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until well blended.
- Create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Fill each breast with the spinach mixture; secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (152g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg