Description

This Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe features tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy, flavorful mixture of spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, and spices. Baked to perfection, this dish makes a delicious and healthy dinner option that combines protein-packed chicken with a rich, savory filling.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Seasonings

4 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder

Spinach Filling

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the chicken perfectly.
Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle them with olive or avocado oil to coat evenly, which helps with seasoning adherence and moisture during baking.
Season Chicken: In a small bowl, combine paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast for balanced flavor.
Cut Pockets: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast to create space for the filling. Set the chicken aside once the pockets are made.
Make Filling: In a small mixing bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped fresh spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt until well combined and creamy.
Stuff Chicken: Spoon the prepared spinach mixture evenly into each chicken breast pocket, ensuring each breast is generously filled.
Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a 9×13 inch baking dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F.
You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
For a milder flavor, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
The recipe can be doubled easily by increasing ingredient quantities proportionally and using a larger baking dish.
Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain juices before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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