Description
Spinach stuffed chicken fillets are a delicious and nutritious dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy filling, and fresh spinach. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Each bite reveals the rich flavors of cream cheese and Parmesan blended with vibrant spinach, making it a satisfying meal that is sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can have a wholesome dinner on the table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts. Season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.
- Stuff each pocket with the spinach mixture.
- Place stuffed chicken in a baking dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg