Description
This Sundried Tomato, Spinach, and Cheese Stuffed Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture of spinach and sundried tomatoes. It’s a flavorful dish that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup spinach, chopped (fresh or frozen, squeezed dry)
1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil or rehydrated)
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
Salt and pepper to taste
Toothpicks (for securing chicken)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, sundried tomatoes, cream cheese, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture, then secure the openings with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
Incorporate chopped pine nuts or walnuts into the stuffing for added texture.
Mix in fresh basil or oregano to the filling for an aromatic twist.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing for a bit of heat.
Experiment with feta or goat cheese for a tangier flavor profile.
For a vegetarian version, use portobello mushrooms or eggplant slices instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
