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Ultimate Creamy Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

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Make juicy, flavorful stuffed chicken breasts easily. This recipe features a creamy spinach and feta filling baked inside tender chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed completely dry
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Pound the thickest part gently with a meat mallet until the breast is an even thickness, about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the completely dry spinach, softened cream cheese, feta cheese, minced garlic, mozzarella cheese, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stuff the chicken: Cut a deep pocket horizontally into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Spoon the spinach mixture evenly into the pockets of the four chicken breasts. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Sear the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden brown. This step helps lock in moisture.
  6. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the filling is hot.
  7. Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving. Remove any toothpicks before serving.

Notes

  • Squeezing the water out of the thawed spinach is crucial; excess moisture will make your filling runny.
  • For a low carb stuffed chicken option, this recipe fits well with a keto meal plan delivery approach.
  • If you prefer a different cheese, substitute ricotta or Parmesan for the mozzarella.

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