Description
This Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe features tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of cooked spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella, seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Baked to perfection in the oven, this dish offers a delicious, juicy, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Filling
- 1 cup cooked spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the stuffed chicken breasts evenly.
- Prepare the Chicken: Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing through the middle, taking care not to cut all the way through, creating a space for the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the prepared spinach and cheese mixture into each chicken breast pocket. Use toothpicks to securely close the openings to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts into a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to retain its juices. Remove toothpicks and serve warm, enjoying the succulent and cheesy stuffed chicken breasts.
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella with cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
- If fresh spinach is unavailable, thawed frozen spinach works well after squeezing out excess moisture.
- For added flavor, season the chicken breasts with your favorite herbs such as thyme or rosemary before baking.
- Ensure the filling is well mixed and not too watery to prevent leakage during baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness to avoid undercooking or overcooking the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
