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Spinach-Stuffed Chicken
Faiza Shabir

Elegant Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

This Elegant Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breast is juicy, flavorful, and filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture. It looks impressive but comes together with simple ingredients and easy steps. Perfect for date night, dinner parties, or upgrading your weeknight meal. Serve with roasted veggies or mashed potatoes for a complete plate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts butterflied to create pockets
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts inside and outside with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté garlic and spinach 2–3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Remove from heat and mix spinach with cream cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Spoon filling into each chicken pocket and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Sear stuffed chicken 2–3 minutes per side in a skillet until lightly golden.
  7. Transfer to oven and bake 18–22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly so it cooks at the same rate.
  • Do not overcook, or the chicken may dry out.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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