SAVORY STUFFED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS, SPINACH AND MOZZARELLA
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SAVORY STUFFED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS, SPINACH AND MOZZARELLA
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This flavorful dish features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a vibrant mixture of roasted red peppers, spinach, and mozzarella cheese. It's a delicious and impressive meal that's surprisingly easy to prepare.
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Ingredients
- chicken breast boneless, skinless, about 1.5 pounds total
- roasted red peppers drained and chopped, from 12 ounce jar
- spinach fresh, wilted and squeezed dry, 5 ounces
- mozzarella cheese shredded, 4 ounces
- garlic 2 cloves, minced
- olive oil
- italian herbs dried; 1 teaspoon; or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Parmesan Cheese ¼ cup, grated, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally almost all the way through, creating a pocket.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped roasted red peppers, wilted spinach, shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. You can add the Parmesan cheese here as well.
- Stuff the chicken: Spoon the filling mixture evenly into the pockets of each chicken breast. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.
- Season the chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Spinach: Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the wilted spinach to prevent the filling from being watery.
- Cheese: You can use other cheeses that melt well, such as provolone or Monterey Jack.
- Variations: You can add other ingredients to the filling, such as sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, or mushrooms.
- Cooking Time: Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare the stuffed chicken breasts ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
350kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
35g
(70%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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