Description
A simple and delicious recipe for juicy stuffed chicken breast, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella, spinach, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the mixture into the chicken pockets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Substitute spinach with sun-dried tomatoes for a different flavor.
- For crispier skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: juicy stuffed chicken, easy chicken recipe, baked chicken breast