Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spinach Stuffed Chicken Fillets, a dish that perfectly marries juicy chicken with a creamy, savory filling. This recipe features tender chicken breasts generously stuffed with a luscious blend of cream cheese, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Whether you’re preparing for a busy weeknight dinner or aiming to impress guests at your next gathering, these stuffed chicken fillets are not only delicious but also quick and easy to make. With their healthy profile and versatility, they have become a family favorite among health-conscious eaters and food lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts and season with paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Carefully cut pockets into each breast.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, Parmesan, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.
- Stuff the mixture into the chicken pockets.
- Place stuffed breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg