Bronx Firehouse Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ignite your taste buds with Bronx Firehouse Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a bold and flavorful dish that brings the heat! These juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a mouthwatering combination of sautéed fresh spinach, sweet red bell pepper, and gooey mozzarella cheese, seasoned to perfection with smoked paprika and a kick of cayenne pepper. This recipe balances smoky, spicy, and savory flavors to create a truly unforgettable meal. Sear the stuffed chicken to a golden crust, then finish it in the oven for tender, juicy perfection. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or an impressive meal prep option, this easy yet elegant dish is ready in under an hour. Serve with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables, and watch this firehouse favorite become a new household classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and carefully make a horizontal pocket in each breast using a sharp knife, being sure not to cut all the way through.
Season the inside and outside of each chicken breast with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the spinach and red bell pepper slices into the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the peppers begin to soften. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese to the spinach and pepper mixture.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the vegetable and cheese mixture. Seal the opening with toothpicks to keep the filling secured during cooking.
Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the toothpicks carefully and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 3690 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 245.7 g | 491% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
