Italian Stuffed Chicken
Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Italian Stuffed Chicken recipe, a show-stopping dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and perfect for any occasion. Juicy chicken breasts are filled to perfection with a savory combination of sautéed spinach, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and gooey mozzarella cheese, creating a melty, flavor-packed core. Seasoned with a fragrant blend of Italian herbs, paprika, and garlic, each bite is a mouthwatering symphony of tastes and textures. Oven-baked to golden perfection and ready in under an hour, this versatile dish is as healthy as it is indulgent. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or creamy pasta to transport your meal straight to the heart of Italy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Place the chicken breasts on a flat surface. Carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, ensuring you do not cut all the way through.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and shredded mozzarella. Mix until well combined.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the spinach mixture, being careful not to overfill. Secure the opening with 2 toothpicks per chicken breast.
Brush the outsides of the stuffed chicken breasts with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Carefully remove the toothpicks before plating and enjoy your delicious Italian Stuffed Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.3 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 660 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 5732 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.9 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.7 g | ||
| Protein | 265.4 g | 531% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 893 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 7400 mg | 157% | |
*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.
