Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy, garlicky spinach and cheese filling, baked to golden perfection for an easy yet impressive healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Keto-Friendly
Ingredients
Scale
4 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with oil.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken.
- Use a sharp knife to cut a horizontal pocket into the thick side of each chicken breast. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well.
- Spoon the spinach mixture evenly into each chicken pocket.
- Place stuffed chicken breasts in a 9×13 baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken.
- Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes after baking for juicier results.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 407 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 873 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
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