This delicious cream cheese spinach stuffed chicken breast is super juicy and full of flavor. This 30-minute meal is family-friendly, super quick to make with just a few ingredients, and everyone keeps asking for seconds.
1tbsp olive oilto drizzle over the chicken before baking
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the Creamy Spinach Filling: Add the spinach to a non-stick pan over medium heat and stir until wilted. Add softened cream cheese and stir until well incorporated. Let it cool slightly and combine with parmesan cheese, mozzarella, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Prepare the Chicken Breasts: Take each chicken breast and make a pocket for the filling. Carefully insert a sharp knife into the thickest side of the breast and slice horizontally, stopping before you cut through the other side.
Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together ½ teaspoon salt, chili powder or paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season both sides of each chicken breast with this mixture. Lightly season inside the pockets as well.
Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the creamy spinach filling evenly into the pockets of each chicken breast. If necessary, use toothpicks to secure the openings and prevent the filling from leaking out.
Grease a baking dish with a little olive oil, avocado oil, or butter. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the dish. Drizzle the tops of the chicken with the chosen oil or melted butter.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
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Notes
Serving:
Once baked, allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. Remove any toothpicks you've used to secure the stuffing.
Serve hot, perhaps with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.