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SAVORY STUFFED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS, SPINACH AND MOZZARELLA

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.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach, wilted and squeezed dry
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the chicken: Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally almost all the way through, creating a pocket.
  2. 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.
  3. Stuff the chicken: Spoon the filling mixture evenly into the pockets of each chicken breast. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.
  4. Season the chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. 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).
  6. 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

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 15g (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% 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.