Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Filling
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
Seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the chicken breasts.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella cheese, mixing them until you have a creamy, evenly blended filling.
- Stuff the Chicken: Carefully slice pockets into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture into each pocket, then secure the opening with toothpicks to keep the filling inside during baking.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese filling is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach; just make sure to thaw and drain it well to avoid excess moisture.
- For extra flavor, consider sprinkling some Italian herbs or paprika over the chicken before baking.
- Make sure to secure the chicken breasts with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out while cooking.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain its juices and make slicing easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
