Description
Juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy spinach-feta mixture, seared for flavor, and baked until perfectly tender. This healthy stuffed chicken is quick, satisfying, and perfect for weeknight meals or elegant dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx. 170–200g each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 2 cups baby spinach (about 60g)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75g)
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened (about 60g)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for pan-searing)
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine for sealing
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
- Mix the filling: Transfer spinach mixture to a bowl. Stir in feta, cream cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Butterfly the chicken: Slice each chicken breast to create a deep pocket without cutting all the way through.
- Fill with the spinach-feta mixture.
- Secure: Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to seal the chicken securely.
- Sear: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Bake: Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Don’t overstuff: Use just enough filling to avoid leaks.
- Seal well: Toothpicks or twine keep filling intact.
- Don’t skip searing: Adds texture and locks in flavor.
- Use a thermometer: Check for 165°F to prevent overcooking.
- Variations: Try goat cheese, kale, or sun-dried tomatoes. Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt.
- Make-ahead: Stuff and refrigerate a day ahead if needed.
- Serving tip: Slice diagonally and garnish with herbs for a gourmet look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg