Description
Gourmet stuffed chicken breasts reveal Mediterranean flavors with herb-infused ricotta and sun-dried tomatoes. Succulent chicken delivers elegant dining that satisfies discerning palates and brings Mediterranean warmth to your table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Carefully spread open the chicken breasts, creating a pocket without fully separating the halves.
- Thoroughly blend spinach with cream cheese, mozzarella, and minced garlic into a creamy, uniform filling.
- Generously pack the cheese and spinach mixture into each chicken breast cavity, ensuring even distribution.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Massage the chicken exterior with olive oil, then season generously with paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Transfer the prepared chicken to a lightly greased baking dish, arranging pieces with spacing between them.
- Roast in a preheated 375F (190C) oven for 25-30 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 165F (74C).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven, which helps redistribute internal juices and maintain tenderness.
- Carefully remove toothpicks before serving to prevent accidental biting.
Notes
- Check chicken thickness carefully when butterflying to ensure even cooking and prevent drying out.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother, easier mixing with spinach and mozzarella.
- Substitute low-fat cheeses and Greek yogurt for a healthier, lighter version of this dish.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to prevent accidental biting and ensure guest safety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg