Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
This chicken spinach stuffed chicken breast combines tender, juicy chicken with a savory filling of wilted spinach and melted cheese. The dish is seared to golden perfection and baked until bubbly, resulting in a crispy top and moist interior with vibrant green and cheesy appeal. It’s a comforting yet impressive meal that’s easy to prepare with simple ingredients.
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Large skillet or oven-safe pan
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine
- Tongs
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts boneless and skinless – 4 pieces
- Fresh spinach roughly chopped – 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese shredded – 1 cup
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Salt – to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper – to taste
- Paprika or dried herbs optional – 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, and optional paprika
- Sauté spinach and garlic briefly until wilted
- Remove from heat and mix with shredded cheese
- Place filling on one side of each chicken breast
- Fold or roll chicken and secure with toothpicks
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Sear stuffed chicken until golden on both sides
- Cover and cook until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C)
- Drizzle lemon juice before serving
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 780mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 3mg