Stove Top Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these indulgent Stove Top Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a one-pan wonder that’s both elegant and easy to make! Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are transformed into a gourmet delight with a savory stuffing of creamy spinach, melted mozzarella, and fragrant Italian seasoning. The golden-brown sear seals in all the flavor, and a buttery chicken broth sauce takes this dish to the next level. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating your family to a restaurant-quality meal at home. Pair with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting, unforgettable feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Place each chicken breast on a clean cutting board and carefully make a horizontal slit along one side to create a pocket without cutting all the way through. Season both sides of each breast with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
In a medium bowl, mix the cooked spinach, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture into the pockets of the chicken breasts, dividing evenly among the four pieces. Use toothpicks to secure the openings if necessary.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Add the chicken broth to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from heat and add the remaining tablespoon of butter, swirling it into the sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.1 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.1 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 823 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 4100 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 241.2 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 695 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2059 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.
