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    Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

    Oct 6, 2022 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth, that you'll get addicted to it. I warned you.
    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. #chicken #dinner #spinach #creamy #recipeoftheday
    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. #chicken #dinner #spinach #creamy #recipeoftheday
    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. #chicken #dinner #spinach #creamy #recipeoftheday
    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. #chicken #dinner #spinach #creamy #recipeoftheday

    This is the easiest and tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. 

    Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast on a baking tray

    This will become your favorite chicken breast recipe. Not only because it’s super simple, but because it’s incredibly delicious. And while the chicken is cooking in the oven, you’ll have time to whip up a quick salad and set the dinner table. Whether you are looking for a quick chicken recipe, or a restaurant-quality meal to impress your loved ones, this is THE RECIPE TO MAKE. So, let’s start cooking!

    VIDEO-RECIPE: Spinach Stuffed Chicken

    The Spinach Stuffing

    The stuffing is made with only four ingredients: 

    • Fresh Baby Spinach. Don’t use frozen or old spinach! (Frozen spinach often absorbs the smell of the freezer, and store-bought frozen spinach often has a ton of stems). Just trust me on this one. Buy FRESH. BABY. SPINACH. LEAVES.
    • Cream Cheese. Any brand will work here. 
    • Feta Cheese. Try to buy good-quality feta cheese that is sold in blocks, and then crumble it with your hands.
    • Mozzarella Cheese. You can buy pre-shredded, low-moisture mozzarella cheese, or shred it yourself. 

    If you want the best results, please, don't use substitutions in the Spinach Stuffing. 

    This Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is perfect for your keto diet.

    Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast cut into pieces

    The Chicken Seasoning

    I am using a mix of paprika, cumin powder, chili powder, and salt to season the chicken breast. I find this seasoning adds a ton of flavor and adds a very nice color to the chicken. That said, you can substitute my homemade paprika seasoning for Cajun, Berbere, or your favorite kind. 

    How to bake stuffed chicken breast?

    It’s so much easier to bake the stuffed chicken breast than to fry it. So, I definitely recommend taking this route. After you season the stuffed chicken breast with the spices, just brush it with olive oil and bake it in a preheated oven at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes, depending on how large your chicken breasts are. 

    What's the Best Internal Temperature for Stuffed Chicken Breast?

    The internal temperature of the chicken breast will be 165-170ºF when it is cooked through.

    Learn more: Chicken Internal Temps: Everything You Need To Know

    Brushing Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast with pan drippings

    How to make Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

    1. Make the seasoning. Just mix all of the seasoning ingredients together and set aside.

    mixing the seasonings together

    2. Make the spinach stuffing. Roughly chop the baby spinach and place it into a mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, feta, and mozzarella. Massage the spinach with your hands, until well combined (it should look like thick paste).

    making the spinach stuffing

    3. Prep the chicken. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.

    making a pocket inside the chicken breast

    4. Stuff the chicken. Divide the spinach stuffing into four equal parts and spoon it into the chicken pockets. Using toothpicks, secure the stuffing inside. 

    stuffing the chicken with spinach mixture

    6. Season the chicken. Generously season the chicken with the spice mix and brush with olive oil on both sides.

    seasoning the chicken and covering with oil

    7. Bake the chicken. Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes, depending on how large your chicken breasts are. 

    Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast from the inside

    Useful Tips & Tricks

    • Seal the pockets with toothpicks to the cheese from oozing out too much, but, DON’T forget to remove the toothpicks! I like using fishbone pliers or tweezers to do this job.
    • Make sure you don’t cut your chicken breast all the way through, just enough to create a pocket.
    • Use your favorite chicken seasoning. I am using a combination of paprika, cumin powder, chili powder, and salt, but you are free to experiment and try different seasonings.
    • You can add some sun-dried tomatoes to the spinach mixture.

    I hope you enjoy this wonderful recipe with your family and it becomes a regular around your dinner table. Dinner time is the best place to make wonderful memories!

    Storing And Reheating Stuffed Chicken Breasts

    This Spinach Stuffed Chicken will last in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store it in glass meal prep containers tightly covered with a lid to prevent drying out.

    To reheat in the oven, place the chicken in a baking dish, add a little water, cover with a lid or aluminum foil, and bake at 300ºF for 7 minutes. Let it rest for 5 more minutes, under the lid, and serve.

    To reheat on the stovetop, place the chicken onto the skillet, add a little water and cover with a tight lid. Cook on very low heat for about 10 minutes, turning once and adding more water, if necessary.

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    • Chicken and Yellow Rice Skillet 
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    Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

    Tania Sheff
    This is the easiest and the tastiest Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The spinach stuffing is so creamy and smooth that you’ll become addicted to it. I warned you. 
    4.78 from 120 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 519 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 chicken breasts approximately 2 lbs.
    • 4 oz. fresh baby spinach
    • 4 oz. cream cheese
    • 2 oz. feta cheese crumbles
    • 2 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 2 tbsp. olive oil

    Seasoning ingredients:

    • 2 tsp. paprika
    • 1 tsp. cumin powder
    • 1 tsp. salt
    • ½ tsp. chili powder

    Instructions
     

    • Mix all of the seasoning ingredients together and set aside.
    • Roughly chop the baby spinach and place it into a mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, feta, and mozzarella. Massage the spinach with your hands, until well combined (it should look like thick paste).
    • Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
    • Divide the spinach stuffing into four equal parts and spoon it into the chicken pockets. Using toothpicks, secure the stuffing inside. 
    • Generously season the chicken with the spice mix and brush with olive oil on both sides.
    • Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes, depending on how large your chicken breasts are. 

    Notes

    Storing And Reheating Stuffed Chicken Breasts

    This Spinach Stuffed Chicken will last in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store it in glass meal prep containers tightly covered with a lid to prevent drying out.
    To reheat in the oven, place the chicken in a baking dish, add a little water, cover with a lid or aluminum foil, and bake at 300ºF for 7 minutes. Let it rest for 5 more minutes, under the lid, and serve.
    To reheat on the stovetop, place the chicken onto the skillet, add a little water and cover with a tight lid. Cook on very low heat for about 10 minutes, turning once and adding more water, if necessary.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 519kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 56gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 199mgSodium: 1114mgPotassium: 1134mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4675IUVitamin C: 10.6mgCalcium: 226mgIron: 3.3mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

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    Comments

    1. Jody says

      December 11, 2022 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      This is truly tasty! The only way I will make stuffed chicken from now on. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        December 11, 2022 at 2:06 pm

        Thanks, Jody!

        Reply
    2. Rezeda says

      December 11, 2022 at 1:01 pm

      5 stars
      I have made this recipe so many times and its always so good. So far my favorite chicken recipe. Thank you Tanya.

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        December 11, 2022 at 2:03 pm

        Thank you, Rezeda! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Justin says

      October 18, 2022 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      Hands down, this is the best stuffed chicken recipe I ever tried. And I tried many. THANK YOU!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        October 18, 2022 at 11:22 am

        Thank you so much, Justin!

        Reply
    4. R C says

      August 29, 2022 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      I’ve made this 4 times already and it’s truly amazing. The only adjustment I’ve made is to reduce the cumin to a 1/4 t and up the paprika and Cayenne. I found the cumin can overpower the other spices. It’s also a great recipe for company as you can put it all together ahead of time and then put it in the oven a half an hour before you want to eat.

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        September 01, 2022 at 4:04 pm

        Thanks, R C! I am glad you liked the recipe!

        Reply
    5. kelly says

      June 28, 2022 at 5:37 pm

      do you use bone in breast or skinless boneless?

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        July 02, 2022 at 11:47 am

        Hi Kelly! I use skinless boneless breast. Happy cooking!

        Reply
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