My Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your dinner game with "My Stuffed Chicken Breasts," a flavorful and protein-packed recipe that's sure to impress. Tender, boneless chicken breasts are carefully stuffed with a creamy mixture of fresh spinach, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and parmesan for a perfect blend of richness and freshness. A pinch of paprika and Italian seasoning adds a bold, aromatic touch, while a quick sear locks in juicy goodness and golden-crisp edges. Finished in the oven for optimal tenderness, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or buttery mashed potatoes. Ready in under an hour, it's ideal for weeknight dinners or as a standout centerpiece for entertaining. Keywords: stuffed chicken breast recipe, creamy spinach filling, baked chicken dinner, easy chicken recipe.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally from one side, without cutting all the way through. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with about 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach and cheese mixture. Secure the opening with toothpicks, if necessary, to keep the filling in place.
Brush the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with paprika, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven, or place the chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the stuffed chicken breasts from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.3 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.4 g | 267% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 818 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 4399 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 261.6 g | 523% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1302 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1993 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.
