Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
532 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Description
This recipe uses fresh or thawed spinach sautéed until wilted, combined with herb and garlic cream cheese to create a creamy filling. Chicken breasts are butterflied and pounded thin to enable folding around the filling, which includes Swiss cheese for added melt and mild flavor.
Each stuffed breast is wrapped in bacon slices, which crisp during baking and add a smoky richness that complements the creamy stuffing and tender chicken. The optional Cajun seasoning can be applied before cooking to introduce a mild spicy note. Cooking in the oven ensures even doneness and a safe internal temperature.
It can be served as a stand-alone entrée with sides of choice. The recipe notes mention that if herb cream cheese is unavailable, simple seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper can be used to flavor the filling. Leftovers will keep refrigerated for up to three days, allowing for convenient next-day meals.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spinach or ⅔ cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed, fresh
- 2 ounces swiss cheese or mozzarella, sliced into 4 slices
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese herb & garlic flavor * see note, spreadable
- black pepper
- 4 chicken breast 5 to 6 oz each, boneless skinless
- 8 lices Bacon
- Cajun seasoning optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coarsely chop the spinach and place it in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Stir until wilted. Add cream cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Cool completely.
- With a sharp knife, butterfly chicken breast horizontally (so you can open it like a book) and pound to ½" thickness. Season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.
- Divide the spinach mixture over each breast and top with one slice of Swiss cheese. Close chicken around the spinach and cheese.
- Wrap each breast with 2 slices of bacon and secure with toothpicks. Season with cajun or chicken seasoning if desired.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165°F. Remove and discard toothpicks.
Notes
- If herb and garlic cream cheese is unavailable, season plain cream cheese with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 532 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 532 | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 59g | 118% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 194mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 648mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 1260mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 5615IU | 112% |
| Vitamin C | 18.6mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 187mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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