Description
This creamy spinach stuffed chicken recipe features juicy chicken breasts filled with a rich spinach and cheese mixture, topped with mozzarella and Roma tomatoes. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor and ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (8 oz each)
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2 tsp sea salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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6 oz fresh spinach, chopped (or 4 oz frozen, well-drained)
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2 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp jarred garlic)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium Roma tomato, thinly sliced (8 slices)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Cut a horizontal pocket into each breast.
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Cook spinach until wilted. Cool and drain excess moisture.
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Mix cream cheese and garlic in a bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella, then add spinach.
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Stuff chicken with filling and secure with toothpicks.
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Heat oil in oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 mins per side.
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Top each with 2 tomato slices and remaining mozzarella.
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Bake in oven 15 mins or until internal temp reaches 165°F. Broil 1–3 mins for extra browning if desired.
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Let rest 5 mins, remove toothpicks, and serve.
Notes
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Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
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Fresh spinach gives better texture, but frozen works in a pinch.
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You can prep this dish ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baked, Seared
- Cuisine: American