Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken

Name: Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 5 ounces frozen chopped spinach; ½ cup crumbled Feta cheese; ¼ cup ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons scallions; 2 garlic cloves; ½ teaspoon dried dill

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
354 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken

Xia Schmidt

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Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken is an upgrade from your everyday weeknight chicken recipes - juicy chicken breast perfectly seasoned and baked!

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Ingredients

Servings

4 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the filling

5 ounces frozen chopped spinach thawed squeezed dry
½ cup crumbled Feta cheese
¼ cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons scallions chopped
2 garlic cloves minced
½ teaspoon dried dill

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel. Make a horizontal slit in the thickest part of the chicken breast to create a pocket, making sure not to cut all the way through.
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Season the chicken breast with the seasoning and use your hands to rub the seasoning on both sides of the chicken.
In a small bowl, combine the spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, scallions, garlic and dill. Stuff the mixture evenly inside the chicken breast, then use a couple toothpicks to close each pocket.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then add the stuffed chicken and sear until lightly golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet to the oven uncovered and bake until cooked through, about 15-18 minutes. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes if needed to brown the skin.

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Notes

Storage: Leftovers will keep well for up to 4 days in the ridge and can be reheated in the oven at 350ºF.
Tip: Pound the chicken breasts so that they are an even thickness.
Tip: Use and instant read thermometer to check that your chicken is fully cooked through. It should register at 165ºF.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 354kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 133mg (44%) Sodium 739mg (31%) Potassium 840mg (24%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 4893IU (98%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 198mg (20%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 354 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	354kcal	18%
Carbohydrates	5g	2%
Protein	42g	84%
Fat	18g	28%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	8g	40%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	133mg	44%
Sodium	739mg	31%
Potassium	840mg	18%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	4893IU	98%
Vitamin C	5mg	6%
Calcium	198mg	20%
Iron	2mg	11%