Ingredients
Scale
Before you start cooking, gather the following ingredients to ensure a seamless cooking experience:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Creating this Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mozzarella is as simple as it is delicious. Follow these step-by-step instructions to bring this dish to life:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking once the chicken is prepared. - Prepare the Spinach Mixture:
- In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Toss in the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted.
- Mix in the mozzarella cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using). Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Stuff the Chicken Breasts:
- Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Prepare for Baking:
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Season the outside with salt and pepper.
- Bake the Chicken:
Bake the stuffed chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the juices run clear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g