Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Melted Mozzarella
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4.8
Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Melted Mozzarella
Description
Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Melted Mozzarella begins with chicken breast halves seasoned and quickly grilled to ensure a tender interior without drying. Spinach is sautéed with crushed garlic and seasoned, then evenly distributed on top of each chicken piece. Roasted red pepper strips add sweet notes and visual contrast. Topping all with shredded mozzarella cheese and a short bake in a 400°F oven melts the cheese into the spinach and peppers, combining the flavors and textures.
The result is savory and balanced, with the mild mozzarella melting smoothly over the garlicky spinach and sweet pepper layering on the grilled chicken. This dish functions well as a main course for lunch or dinner, accompanied by a grain or salad.
Ingredients
- 24 oz chicken breast 3 large, sliced in half lengthwise to make 6 pieces
- salt kosher salt, to taste
- black pepper kosher salt, to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 10 oz spinach drained, frozen
- 3 oz mozzarella cheese shredded, part skim
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper (sliced in strips (packed in water))
- olive oil spray form
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Lightly spray a grill or grill pan with oil. Cook chicken until no longer pink, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add oil and garlic, sauté a 30 seconds, add spinach, salt and pepper. Cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet, divide spinach evenly between the 6 pieces and place on top. Top each with 1/2 oz mozzarella, roasted peppers and bake until melted, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece | |
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.5g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 183mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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