Elegant Stuffed Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with this Elegant Stuffed Chicken recipe—a show-stopping dish that's as delicious as it is visually stunning. Tender chicken breasts are transformed into mouthwatering masterpieces, filled with a decadent mixture of creamy Parmesan cheese, sautéed garlic spinach, and rich cream cheese. Seasoned to perfection with a fragrant blend of Italian herbs, paprika, and black pepper, these stuffed chicken breasts are baked to golden perfection, retaining their juicy, flavorful center. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this recipe is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for impressive, stress-free entertaining. Pair with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a restaurant-worthy experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 8 toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Mix until well-combined to create the stuffing.

Step 5

Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 6

Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture, then secure the opening with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out.

Step 7

Brush the outside of each chicken breast with the remaining olive oil.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the remaining salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Rub this spice mix evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 9

Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks before serving.

Step 11

Serve your Elegant Stuffed Chicken hot, accompanied by your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1030.6 grams (1030.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2148

Total Fat 116.70g	150%
Saturated Fat 51.10g	256%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 778mg	259%
Sodium 4668mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 13.50g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 4.20g
Protein 255.80g	512%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1176mg	90%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 178mg	4%

*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: 49.4%

Protein: 48.1%

Carbs: 2.5%