Description
Spinach stuffed chicken fillets are a delightful and nutritious way to elevate your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of fresh spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese, creating a satisfying dish that is both flavorful and healthy. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these stuffed fillets are easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.
- Stuff the mixture into each chicken pocket.
- Place the chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg