Description
A delightful blend of sautéed spinach and sweet cranberries stuffed into tender chicken breasts, creating a satisfying and visually stunning dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for sautéing and searing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté spinach until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed spinach, dried cranberries, cream cheese, and thyme.
- Create pockets in each chicken breast and season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach and cranberry mixture, securing with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Sear the stuffed chicken in a skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs. Pair with a light salad or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, spinach, cranberries, family dinner, healthy recipe