Description
This Spinach Stuffed Chicken is golden, juicy, and loaded with a cheesy, garlicky spinach filling. It’s the perfect weeknight meal that feels indulgent but is secretly wholesome. Easy to make, easy to love!
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ cups cooked spinach (fresh or frozen, well-drained)
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix together the cooked spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and garlic until fully combined.
2. Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally to create a pocket without cutting through.
3. Season both the inside and outside of each chicken breast with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden.
6. Transfer to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15–20 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
7. Remove toothpicks before serving. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite side dish.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking and drying out the chicken.
Make sure your spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent a watery filling.
Let the chicken rest 3–5 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked, Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: spinach stuffed chicken, cheesy stuffed chicken, baked stuffed chicken