Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 10

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a savory spinach and feta mixture.

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

303

Sugar

Fat

14g

Looking for an easy weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor and nutrition? These Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts are sure to please! Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach, garlic, and feta cheese for a delicious, protein-packed meal that's perfect for any night of the week.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Lay out the chicken breasts on a clean surface and use a sharp knife to carefully cut a pocket into the side of each breast.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together the spinach, garlic, feta cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4.	Stuff each chicken breast with 1/4 of the spinach mixture and secure the openings with toothpicks.
5.	Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6.	Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
7.	Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8.	Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before removing the toothpicks and serving.

PROS

High in protein
Healthy spinach adds extra nutrients
Easy to make

CONS

Requires toothpick to hold stuffing in place
May be difficult to stuff chicken breasts evenly

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a great source of iron, fiber, and vitamins A and C. Chicken is high in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy choice for meat-eaters.

	4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
	1 cup fresh spinach
	2 cloves of garlic, minced
	1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
	1/2 tsp dried oregano
	Salt and pepper to taste
	2 tbsp olive oil
	Toothpicks