Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Spinach Stuffed Chicken Fillets, a perfect blend of tender chicken breasts and a rich, creamy filling that will elevate your dinner experience. This recipe features succulent chicken pockets generously filled with a savory mix of cream cheese, fresh spinach, and Parmesan, creating an irresistible dish that is both healthy and satisfying. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, these stuffed chicken fillets are easy to prepare and sure to impress. Enjoy them baked to perfection and served with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, Parmesan, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.
- Stuff each pocket with the mixture.
- Place in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken fillet (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg