Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spinach Stuffed Chicken Fillets, a dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy filling of spinach and cheese. This recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, providing an impressive presentation that will wow your guests. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a baking time of around 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Each bite is packed with protein and nutrients, making it a healthy choice for the whole family. Serve these stuffed chicken breasts alongside your favorite sides for a complete and nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil and season with paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast carefully.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.
- Stuff the mixture into each chicken pocket generously.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature at least 165°F).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg