Feta Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Feta Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts—a perfect blend of tender, juicy chicken and a creamy, savory filling. This oven-baked recipe features pockets of chicken stuffed with a flavorful mixture of fresh, sautéed spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and aromatic garlic, then seasoned to perfection with paprika and oregano. Quick to prepare and packed with protein, this dish is ideal for busy nights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s sure to impress. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is an easy, healthy choice for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Feta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Mince the garlic and stir it in, cooking for an additional minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with the crumbled feta cheese. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Using a sharp knife, make a horizontal slit along the thickest side of each chicken breast to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
Spoon the spinach and feta mixture evenly into each chicken pocket, then secure the openings with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out.
Rub the chicken breasts with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season them on all sides with paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts on a baking dish or sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 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 before serving. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.5 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 706 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 3447 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 237.2 g | 474% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 193 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.
