Cajun Chicken Stuffed With Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3

Cajun Chicken Stuffed With Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach - A spicy and cheesy chicken recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb chicken breast , boneless and skinless
	4 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese , shredded ( you can use up to 6 oz )
	1 cup frozen spinach , thawed and drained ( you can also use fresh cooked spinach )
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
	1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
	sea salt , to taste
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

334

Sugar

Fat

19g

Cajun Chicken Stuffed With Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach is an easy and flavorful chicken recipe that is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. The spicy cajun seasoning adds just the right amount of kick to the dish while the pepper jack cheese and spinach bring in the creaminess and nutrients. This dish can be served with a side of grilled veggies or a salad to make it a complete meal. If you're looking for a low-carb, high-protein recipe that will satisfy your spicy cravings, then this dish is perfect for you!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Cut a pocket into thickest part of the chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through the other side.
3.	In a bowl, mix together the pepper jack cheese, spinach, breadcrumbs, cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4.	Stuff the chicken breasts with the mixture and seal them with toothpicks.
5.	Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
6.	Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
7.	Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked.

PROS

This recipe is easy and quick to make.

It is a low carb and high protein food.

The cajun spice adds a nice kick to the flavor of the dish.

CONS

This dish may be too spicy for some people.

It requires some extra effort to stuff the chicken breasts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is low in carbs and high in protein.
The spinach in the filling is full of vitamins and minerals like iron and calcium.
The chicken is also a great source of lean protein.