Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
A delicious and healthy meal featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the stuffing
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped Fresh or thawed and drained if frozen
- 2 cloves of garlic, pressed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
For the seasoning
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs.)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil For rubbing on chicken
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, spinach, garlic, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Cut a slit in the side of each chicken breast about 3/4 of the way through.
- Rub olive oil on both sides of the chicken breasts, then divide and rub the seasoning mixture on both sides.
- Stuff the spinach and cheese filling into the pockets of each chicken breast.
Cooking
- Place the stuffed chicken in a large baking dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables, a simple salad, or rice. Drizzle balsamic glaze for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.