Description

This Spinach Stuffed Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner! Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with a savory mixture of cream cheese, Parmesan, fresh spinach, and a touch of garlic and red pepper flakes. Baked to perfection, this recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon salt (divided)

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

4 ounces cream cheese (softened)

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach

1 teaspoon garlic (minced)

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Chicken:
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with olive oil. In a small bowl, combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken.
Cut the Chicken:
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Set the chicken aside.
Make the Spinach Filling:
In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine.
Stuff the Chicken:
Spoon the spinach mixture evenly into each chicken breast pocket, packing it in well.
Bake the Chicken:
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
Serve:
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Customizations: Add more cheese like mozzarella or cheddar for extra creaminess.
For Extra Crispness: You can broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking to get a crispy top.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Chicken
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American