Description
Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts with a juicy texture and a balanced filling that stays sealed inside every bite.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
toothpicks for sealing
Instructions
1. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket without cutting through completely
2. Mix spinach, feta, garlic, and olive oil until evenly combined
3. Stuff each chicken breast without overfilling and secure with toothpicks
4. Season the outside with salt, pepper, and paprika
5. Sear chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side
6. Transfer to oven and bake at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes until fully cooked
7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving
Notes
Do not overfill the chicken to prevent leaking
Remove excess moisture from spinach before mixing
Sear before baking to improve flavor and texture
Let the chicken rest before cutting to keep it juicy
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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