Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
399 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Description
Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast begins with sautéing finely chopped onions and mushrooms until fragrant and softened. Garlic and baby spinach are then added and cooked until the spinach wilts. Crumbled feta cheese is stirred in to create a rich, savory filling. Large boneless, skinless chicken breasts are sliced to form pockets and generously filled with this mixture.
The chicken breasts are seasoned with avocado oil, sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper before baking at 375°F. The cooking method ensures the chicken remains moist while the filling develops flavor. The feta cheese interior balances the earthiness of mushrooms and spinach with creamy saltiness.
This dish can be served with sides like roasted vegetables or salad for a complete meal. The filling technique enhances the chicken's taste and texture in a manageable, home-cooked presentation.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil
- 4 chicken breast large, boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp salt sea salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Mushroom Stuffing:
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 onion finely chopped, medium-sized
- 16 ounces mushrooms chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 6 ounces feta cheese
- ¼ tsp salt to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to a large non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high. Add the onion and stir well. Saute until the onion is very fragrant and begins to soften, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped mushrooms and stir well. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the onion and mushrooms to cook until the mushrooms begin to leach liquid, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir in the garlic and spinach. Cook, stirring constantly until the spinach has wilted. Stir in the feta cheese until combined.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to carefully cut a slit (or “pocket”) into each breast.
- Transfer the chicken breasts to an oiled or sprayed large casserole dish.
- Drizzle each chicken breast with avocado oil, then sprinkle liberally with sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Drizzle the chicken breasts again with a small amount of avocado oil and use your hands to spread around the oil and seasonings over the breasts.
- Scoop the stuffing into each chicken breast, filling them up to your heart’s desire.
- If you have them, use toothpicks to secure the filling into the chicken breasts (no worries if you don’t have them).
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken breasts are completely cooked through.
- Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 4 | |
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 61g | 122% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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