Feta Stuffed Pesto Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Feta Stuffed Pesto Chicken recipe—a tantalizing fusion of creamy, tangy feta cheese, earthy spinach, and the bold flavors of vibrant pesto. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are expertly stuffed with a savory filling of crumbled feta and spinach, then sealed and seared to perfection before being oven-baked under a luscious layer of pesto sauce. The result is a perfectly moist, flavor-packed dish with a beautifully crisp exterior and gooey, herbaceous filling. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, requiring only 50 minutes from start to finish. Serve this elegant entrée with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfectly portioned for four, this flavorful dish will quickly become a household favorite! Keywords: feta stuffed pesto chicken, stuffed chicken breast recipe, easy weeknight dinner, savory chicken recipe, baked chicken dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and set it aside.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, being cautious not to slice all the way through.
In a small bowl, mix the crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, and chopped spinach together until well combined.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the feta mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed. Use toothpicks to seal the openings to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using).
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from heat.
Spread a generous layer of pesto sauce over the top of each seared chicken breast.
Transfer the skillet or your chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish, and 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. Carefully remove toothpicks before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 181.2 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 812 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 6719 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 262.8 g | 526% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1540 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2596 mg | 55% | |
*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.
