Chicken Bundles Italian
Delight your taste buds with these vibrant and comforting Chicken Bundles Italian, a recipe that brings together the best of Italian-inspired flavors in one irresistible dish. Tender boneless chicken breasts are stuffed with a luscious filling of creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, then seared to golden perfection before being nestled in a savory marinara sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella and baked to bubbly goodness, these stuffed chicken bundles are a feast for both the eyes and palate. Perfect for a family dinner or even a special occasion, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short time in the oven, this recipe is a quick yet gourmet way to elevate your weeknight meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.333 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.333 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to carefully slice them horizontally, creating a pocket in each breast without cutting all the way through.
Season the inside and outside of each chicken breast with salt and pepper, and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
Stuff each chicken breast with an equal portion of the ricotta mixture. Use toothpicks to secure the opening of each breast, ensuring the filling stays inside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken bundles for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken bundles in the skillet.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken bundles and sauce.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken bundles rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm, paired with pasta, crusty bread, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.7 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 849 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 5152 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 292.2 g | 584% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2324 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3518 mg | 75% | |
*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.
