Italian Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistibly flavorful Italian Stuffed Chicken Breasts! Tender chicken breasts are filled with a savory mixture of fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, creating a mouthwatering dish that's both comforting and elegant. Seasoned with fragrant Italian herbs and seared to golden perfection before baking, these stuffed chicken breasts boast a juicy interior and a beautifully crisp exterior. Perfectly portioned for four and ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for impressing guests or treating your family to a restaurant-quality meal. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete Italian-inspired feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 pieces Toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with a light coating of olive oil.

Step 2

Carefully butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the middle without cutting all the way through to create a pocket.

Step 3

Season the inside and outside of the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of the prepared filling, ensuring it doesn’t overflow. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the filling in place while baking.

Step 8

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.

Step 9

Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the toothpicks before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2062.0

Total Fat 84.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 672.3mg	0%
Sodium 4719.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 260.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1231.3mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2426.6mg	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: 37.9%

Protein: 51.9%

Carbs: 10.3%