Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken packed with creamy spinach, Parmesan, and garlic—an easy, flavorful dinner option.
# Ingredients List:
→ Chicken
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
→ Seasoning
03 -
1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon onion powder
→ Filling
07 -
113 grams cream cheese, softened
08 -
25 grams grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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45 grams fresh spinach, chopped
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1 teaspoon garlic, minced
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0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 190°C. Prepare a 23x33 cm baking dish, ungreased.
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Arrange the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle evenly with oil. In a small bowl, combine paprika, 0.5 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle the mixture uniformly over both sides of each breast.
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With a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket lengthwise into the side of each chicken breast without cutting through completely. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt until smooth.
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Evenly spoon the prepared spinach mixture into the pockets of each chicken breast.
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Arrange the stuffed chicken breasts in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C and the chicken is fully cooked.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Allow the stuffed chicken breasts to rest for 5 minutes after baking to maintain juices for optimal tenderness.