Spinach Feta Florentine Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this exquisite Spinach Feta Florentine Chicken, a dish that’s as flavorful as it is visually stunning. Juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts are stuffed to perfection with a rich and creamy mixture of sautéed spinach, tangy feta cheese, and smooth cream cheese, enhanced by fragrant garlic and Italian seasoning. A paprika-infused olive oil rub gives the chicken a beautiful, savory crust, while baking in the oven locks in all the mouthwatering flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables. Perfect for family meals or an impressive dinner party main, it’s a protein-packed, low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on indulgence. Treat your taste buds to this Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture, using toothpicks to seal the edges if necessary.
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Brush this mixture all over the stuffed chicken breasts.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.6 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.2 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 856 mg | 285% | |
| Sodium | 5640 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 255.6 g | 511% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1367 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2077 mg | 44% | |
*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.
