Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts for Two
Treat yourself and a loved one to a restaurant-quality dinner at home with this irresistible Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts for Two recipe. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are filled with a luscious mixture of sautéed spinach, creamy cheese, and savory garlic, creating the perfect harmony of flavors and textures. The dish is elegantly seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, then seared to golden perfection and baked for a melt-in-your-mouth finish. With a quick preparation time of just 15 minutes and easy-to-follow steps, this dish is ideal for a cozy date night or an intimate dinner. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Keywords: spinach stuffed chicken, chicken breast recipes, easy dinner for two, creamy spinach filling.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 6 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a deep pocket in each breast without cutting through the other side.
Stuff each pocket with the spinach-cheese mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the filling inside.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of olive oil and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and 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 and enjoy your spinach-stuffed chicken breasts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 433 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 3610 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 141.7 g | 283% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 975 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*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.
