Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken breast filled with a creamy spinach-ricotta mixture, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Cooking twine or toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Fill each chicken breast with the spinach ricotta mixture.
- Seal the openings of the chicken breasts with cooking twine or toothpicks.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
You can substitute cottage cheese for ricotta for a slightly different texture. Feel free to add herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor.