Description
A delightful chicken dish stuffed with sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and creamy cheese, perfect for any family gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sundried tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella or feta cheese (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh basil (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh oregano (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach, minced garlic, and herbs. Mix until well-combined.
- Prepare the chicken by making pockets in each breast using a sharp knife.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with the sundried tomato and spinach mixture.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, sundried tomato, spinach, cheese, family recipe, comfort food