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Close-up of golden-brown, cheesy spinach-stuffed chicken breasts.

Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast That Bursts with Juicy Flavor

This delicious spinach stuffed chicken breast is bursting with flavor and is sure to impress at any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 fillets chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach or thawed frozen spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing

Instructions
 

  • Butterfly each chicken breast horizontally without cutting all the way through.
  • Pat dry and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and spinach for 2 minutes until wilted.
  • Mix spinach with cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice.
  • Stuff chicken breasts with spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20–25 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
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