Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
A delicious and nutritious dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling.
Equipment
- Oven Preheat to 375°F for even cooking.
- Baking Dish Use a 9x13 inch dish for baking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1.5 cups fresh spinach chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle them with the olive or avocado oil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, ½ teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- In another bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach mixture evenly.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a 9x13 baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.