Description

This Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a flavorful spinach and cheese filling. Perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Stuffing:

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté spinach: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the garlic. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Prepare stuffing: In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach with ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Set aside.
Prepare chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stuff each breast with the spinach cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Bake: Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until cooked through and golden.
Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest before serving.

Notes

You can substitute ricotta with cream cheese or cottage cheese.
Add sun-dried tomatoes or chopped artichokes for extra flavor.