Elegant Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this Elegant Stuffed Chicken recipe—a show-stopping dish that's as delicious as it is visually stunning. Tender chicken breasts are transformed into mouthwatering masterpieces, filled with a decadent mixture of creamy Parmesan cheese, sautéed garlic spinach, and rich cream cheese. Seasoned to perfection with a fragrant blend of Italian herbs, paprika, and black pepper, these stuffed chicken breasts are baked to golden perfection, retaining their juicy, flavorful center. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this recipe is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for impressive, stress-free entertaining. Pair with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a restaurant-worthy experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 8 toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Mix until well-combined to create the stuffing.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture, then secure the opening with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out.
Brush the outside of each chicken breast with the remaining olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the remaining salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Rub this spice mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve your Elegant Stuffed Chicken hot, accompanied by your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.7 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 778 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 4668 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 255.8 g | 512% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1176 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*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.
