Tuscany Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Elevate your dinner game with Tuscany Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a gourmet-inspired dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are carefully pocketed and filled with a luxurious mixture of creamy cheeses, vibrant spinach, and the sweet tang of sun-dried tomatoes. Seasoned with aromatic Italian spices and paprika, this irresistible entrée is seared to golden perfection before baking, ensuring a tender, flavorful bite in every forkful. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal, serve these stuffed chicken breasts alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for an unforgettable Tuscan-style feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 tablespoons Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into each breast. Be careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the spinach to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, cream cheese, salt (1/4 teaspoon), and pepper (1/4 teaspoon). Mix well to create the stuffing.

Step 6

Spoon the stuffing evenly into each chicken breast pocket and secure the edges with toothpicks to prevent leaking.

Step 7

Season the outside of the chicken breasts with the remaining salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

Step 8

In an oven-safe skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving and pair with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1048.7 grams (1048.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2202

Total Fat 109.00g	140%
Saturated Fat 39.10g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 4443mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 30.00g	11%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 255.50g	511%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 1081mg	83%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 3033mg	65%

*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: 46.2%

Protein: 48.1%

Carbs: 5.7%