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Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
This easy spinach stuffed chicken breast recipe prevents dry chicken by locking in moisture with a creamy, savory filling. It's a fast, family-friendly, low-carb meal that looks fancy but is simple to make in about 45 minutes.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 45 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Ricardo Solis📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- oven
- bowl
- knife
- mixing bowl
- baking dish
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat chicken breasts dry. Drizzle with olive oil or avocado oil and rub to coat both sides.
olive oil or avocado oil1 tablespoon
2
In a small bowl, combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle this spice blend evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
paprika1 teaspoonsalt, divided1 teaspoonteaspoon garlic powder1/2minced garlic1 clove
3
Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal slit into the thickest part of each chicken breast to create a pocket, stopping about half an inch from the other side.
4
In a separate small mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped fresh spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir until fully incorporated.
cream cheese, softened4 ouncesmayonnaise2 tablespoonsteaspoon garlic powder1/2minced garlic1 clovesalt, divided1 teaspoon
5
Divide the spinach mixture into four equal parts. Spoon the mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast, spreading it out. Secure opening with a toothpick if needed.
6
Place the stuffed chicken breasts into a 9x13 baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to ⏱️ 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
7
Let the chicken rest for ⏱️ 5 minutes before serving to keep the juices inside.
Nutrition Facts
calories
450 calories
fat Content
35g fat
serving Size
1 stuffed chicken breast
fiber Content
2g fiber
sugar Content
2g sugar
sodium Content
650mg sodium
protein Content
45g protein
carbohydrate Content
7g carbs
saturated Fat Content
18g saturated fat
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