Elegant Savory Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Elegant Savory Stuffed Chicken Breasts—impressively flavorful yet simple to prepare. Juicy chicken breasts are delicately sliced and stuffed with a rich, creamy filling made from sautéed fresh spinach, tangy cream cheese, and nutty parmesan. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper, the chicken is seared to golden-brown perfection before baking to juicy tenderness. This one-pan recipe not only saves time with its clever oven-to-skillet technique but also provides a stunning presentation that’s perfect for dinner parties or date nights. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable, gourmet meal. Perfect for lovers of savory stuffed chicken recipes, this dish proves that elegance and comfort can go hand in hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Using a sharp knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Set the chicken aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until the filling is well combined.
Stuff each chicken breast with an even portion of the filling. Use toothpicks to secure the open edges to prevent the filling from leaking out.
Brush the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet with the chicken breasts to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve the stuffed chicken breasts hot with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 746 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 3960 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 240.8 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1996 mg | 42% | |
*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.
