Irresistible Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach
Enjoy tender, flavorful chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Dairy
- 5 oz cream cheese
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp salt (for flavor)
Vegetables
- 2.5 cups spinach (fresh, roughly chopped)
Cheese
- 1/4 cup mozzarella
- 1/4 cup parmesan (finely grated)
Meat
- 2 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 3/4 tsp salt (for seasoning)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Oils & Fats
- 2 tbsp olive oil (Pompeian Pure Olive Oil recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, and spinach until well combined.
- Cut slits into chicken breasts and stuff with the spinach mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sear in olive oil until golden.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Top with mozzarella and parmesan before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.