Description

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast combines juicy chicken with a creamy, flavorful filling of spinach, feta, ricotta, and garlic. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, offering savory, tangy, and hearty flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

4 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 teaspoons paprika

1 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

¼ cup ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons scallions, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ teaspoon dried dill

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Make a horizontal slit in the thickest part of each chicken breast to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with this spice mix, rubbing it in to coat evenly.
In another bowl, mix together the thawed spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, scallions, garlic, and dill until well combined.
Stuff the mixture evenly into the chicken pockets, using toothpicks to seal each chicken breast.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear them for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the chicken for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. If desired, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes to brown the skin.
Remove the toothpicks before serving.

Notes

Add sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the filling for extra flavor.
For different flavors, swap ricotta or feta with goat cheese or mozzarella.
Stuff with sautéed mushrooms for an earthy twist.
Fresh spinach can be used instead of frozen. Sauté and squeeze out excess moisture before mixing with the other filling ingredients.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Searing and Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 90mg