Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that the chicken will cook evenly and have a nice, crispy exterior.
- Prepare the filling by mixing the spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Ensure that the ingredients are well-combined to get a uniform flavor throughout the filling.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast. Be careful not to cut all the way through; you want to create a pocket that can hold the filling securely. A sharp knife can help make this process easier.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the cheese mixture. Use a spoon to carefully fill each pocket with the prepared mixture, ensuring that it’s evenly distributed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough to sear the chicken but not so hot that it burns the exterior before the interior is cooked.
- Sear the stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. This step adds a lovely texture and flavor to the chicken.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g