Spinach & Cranberry Stuffed Chicken: A Juicy and Flavorful Delight
Enjoy this delightful and juicy spinach and cranberry stuffed chicken that combines rich flavors for a perfect dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together spinach, cranberries, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff the mixture into the pockets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear each chicken breast until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version, use low-fat cream cheese.
- You can add nuts for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg