Description
Looking for a dinner that wows with little effort? This Spinach Stuffed Chicken delivers on all fronts—golden seared chicken breasts filled with a luscious mix of cream cheese, sautéed spinach, and melted mozzarella. It’s rich, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to pull off. Perfect for those seeking quick dinner ideas, easy recipes for guests, or just fresh food ideas for the weeknight rotation. Whether you’re meal prepping, making a romantic dinner, or hosting friends, this dish rises to every occasion.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups fresh spinach
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
2. Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and season inside and out with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
3. Fill each chicken pocket with the spinach mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
4. Sear the chicken on both sides in a hot skillet until golden, about 3–4 minutes per side.
5. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
Don’t skip the sear—it adds depth and texture to the chicken.
Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 115mg