Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
Β½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups packed chopped spinach
4 minced garlic cloves
1/3 cup drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
4 ounces softened cream cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Β½ teaspoon dried basil
Β½ teaspoon dried oregano
ΒΌ teaspoon onion powder
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
1-Begin by preheating your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) to ensure even cooking.
2-First, cook the spinach and garlic in 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes, then let it cool. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, dried basil, dried oregano, onion powder, and red pepper flakes; gently stir in the cooked spinach, garlic, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to form the filling.
3-Next, pat the chicken breasts dry and carefully slice a pocket in each one without going all the way through. Stuff each pocket with the filling mixture, then season the outside with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each chicken breast for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4-Once seared, if your skillet is oven-safe, pop it straight into the oven and bake at 375Β°F for 17 to 20 minutes until the chicken hits an internal temperature of 165Β°F (74Β°C). If not, move the chicken to a baking dish first. After baking, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in those juices.
Last Step:
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π¨ Tenderize thick chicken breasts with a meat mallet for even cooking
π§ Use freshly shredded or grated cheese for better melt and flavor
π Utilize toothpicks if needed to secure the filling, but cream cheese helps keep it stable
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if served without sides)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 559
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 701mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 61g
- Cholesterol: 203mg
