Creamy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Creamy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast is a delectable weeknight dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy spinach filling. Bursting with flavor from sautéed shallots and garlic, this recipe elevates simple ingredients into an impressive meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With just 20 minutes of preparation time and a cooking method that allows the flavors to meld beautifully in the oven, you can enjoy a satisfying dinner without the hassle. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve alongside your favorite sides for a well-rounded dining experience that will keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 minced shallots
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 cups chopped spinach
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare chicken breasts by patting dry and cutting pockets into each.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook for about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and spinach until wilted.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, parmesan, wilted spinach mixture, half of the spice mix (oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes).
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with remaining spice mix. Stuff with spinach mixture.
- Place chicken in a greased baking dish and bake uncovered for 30–45 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg