Description
Juicy chicken filled with creamy cheese and spinach, seared to golden perfection and baked for a comforting and flavorful meal that’s easy enough for weeknights yet special enough for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless chicken thighs or fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Butterfly each chicken piece and gently flatten with a mallet. Spoon the filling into the center, fold over, and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the stuffed chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks and serve warm with sides of your choice.
Notes
- Let cream cheese come to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Don’t overstuff to prevent leakage.
- Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg