Description
Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a creamy mixture of spinach, cream cheese, and savory seasonings, then baked to perfection. This elegant yet easy dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish lightly with olive oil or cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each breast evenly with the spinach-cream cheese mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks if needed.
- Season the outside of the chicken breasts with additional salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet around the chicken. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or use fresh herbs instead of dried. You can also use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American