Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (approximately 2 lbs.)
- 4 oz. fresh baby spinach
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 2 oz. feta cheese crumbles
- 2 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. cumin powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. chili powder
Instructions
- Mix all of the seasoning ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
- Roughly chop the baby spinach and place it into another mixing bowl.
- Add the cream cheese, feta, and mozzarella to the bowl with spinach.
- Use your hands to massage the spinach and cheese mixture until well combined.
- Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- Divide the spinach stuffing into four equal parts and spoon it into the chicken pockets.
- Use toothpicks to secure the stuffing inside each chicken breast.
- Generously season the chicken with the spice mix prepared earlier.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.
- Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400ºF for 25-30 minutes.
- Check for doneness by ensuring the chicken is no longer pink inside.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Freezing is also an option for 2-3 months if wrapped properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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