Welcome to the magical world of taste and health combined, with our recipe for Delightful Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts. This healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make recipe is a must-try for everyone who loves good food.
Even my picky-eater husband and my three tiny food critics absolutely adore these Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Each time I make this recipe, the anticipation of it is like a little celebration in our home, turning every meal into a special occasion. It has not just become a staple at our family dinners but a favorite request at family gatherings as well.
Ingredients for Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Why these Delightful Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts Impress ?
Our Delightful Spinach Chicken Breasts are indeed special! Filled with a mix of cream cheese, Parmesan, spinach, and a hint of garlic and red pepper flakes, these chicken breasts are a true delight. Each bite reveals a harmony of flavors, making it a winning dish for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts – 680g (4 pieces)
- Olive Oil or Avocado Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1 teaspoon, divided
- Garlic Powder – 1/4 teaspoon
- Onion Powder – 1/4 teaspoon
- Cream Cheese (softened) – 113g (4 ounces)
- Grated Parmesan – 25g (1/4 cup)
- Mayonnaise – 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Spinach (chopped) – 40g (1.5 cups)
- Garlic (minced) – 1 teaspoon
- Red Pepper Flakes – 1/2 teaspoon
How to Perfectly Make Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts ?
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Drizzle the chicken breasts with oil on a cutting board.
Combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Season the chicken evenly on both sides with this spice mix.
Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
In another bowl, mix together cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Evenly stuff the spinach mixture into each chicken breast pocket.
Place the chicken breasts in a 9×13 baking dish and bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Notes:
You can experiment with this recipe by adding different types of cheese or even mixing in other leafy greens like kale!
So there you have it, a simple yet incredibly tasty dish – the Delightful Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts! Enjoy this dish and let it become a favorite in your home just as it has in ours.
Ready-to-eat Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Frequently Asked Questions:
Delightful Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts - 680g 4 pieces
- Olive Oil or Avocado Oil - 1 tablespoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon divided
- Garlic Powder - 1/4 teaspoon
- Onion Powder - 1/4 teaspoon
- Cream Cheese softened - 113g (4 ounces)
- Grated Parmesan - 25g 1/4 cup
- Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Spinach chopped - 40g (1.5 cups)
- Garlic minced - 1 teaspoon
- Red Pepper Flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Drizzle the chicken breasts with oil on a cutting board.
- Combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Season the chicken evenly on both sides with this spice mix.
- Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- In another bowl, mix together cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Evenly stuff the spinach mixture into each chicken breast pocket.
- Place the chicken breasts in a 9x13 baking dish and bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
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