High Protein Savory Chicken Filling

Elevate your meal prep game with this High Protein Savory Chicken Filling—a versatile, flavor-packed recipe perfect for everything from stuffed peppers to hearty wraps and meal bowls. Tender shredded chicken breasts are seasoned with aromatic garlic, oregano, and a bright touch of lemon zest, then simmered with sautéed vegetables like sweet red bell peppers, earthy spinach, and onion for a nutrient-rich base. A creamy mix of feta cheese and low-sodium chicken broth ties everything together, creating a rich and satisfying filling that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this high-protein recipe not only boasts bold Mediterranean flavors but is also packed with nutrients, making it the ultimate go-to for quick, healthy meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Place them in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until completely cooked through and golden brown.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly. Once cooled, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes or until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Return the shredded chicken to the skillet along with the chicken broth. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese.

Step 8

Mix in the lemon zest, sliced green onions, and parsley until everything is well combined.

Step 9

Cook everything together for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary with more salt and pepper.

Step 11

Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly before using it as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1204.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1782.3

Total Fat 97.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 585.6mg	0%
Sodium 4133.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 180.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1319.5mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2254.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 8.8%