Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spinach Stuffed Chicken Fillets, a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken breasts filled with a rich mixture of creamy cheese, fresh spinach, and savory spices. It’s not just delicious but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties. Serve these stuffed chicken breasts alongside a refreshing salad or roasted vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil and season with paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt until combined.
- Stuff each pocket with the filling and place in a baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg