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Easy Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Close-up of sliced spinach stuffed chicken, showing the creamy spinach filling inside the juicy white meat.
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Make this impressive yet simple spinach stuffed chicken breast for a delicious weeknight dinner. The filling uses cream cheese and mozzarella for a creamy, savory flavor that keeps the chicken juicy.

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 very dry
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place each breast on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket horizontally into the thickest side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the thoroughly drained spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Mix until the filling is uniform.
  4. Divide the spinach mixture evenly and carefully stuff it into the pockets of the chicken breasts. Secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Season the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  6. Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden brown. This step helps lock in moisture.
  7. 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 cheese filling is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove any toothpicks before plating.

Notes

  • Squeeze the thawed spinach until almost no moisture remains; excess water will make your filling runny.
  • For a low carb stuffed chicken option, this recipe fits well into a keto meal plan delivery structure.
  • If you are planning meals for the week, this recipe is excellent for meal planning and reheats well.

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