Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Spinach & Cranberry Stuffed Chicken, where juicy chicken breasts are filled with vibrant spinach, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy cheese. This dish transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With its stunning presentation and delicious flavor profile, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine fresh spinach, cream cheese, dried cranberries, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese until well mixed.
- Carefully cut a pocket in each chicken breast without slicing all the way through. Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared chicken to the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve with salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg