Ingredients
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This high temperature will ensure that the chicken cooks through and the cheese filling becomes deliciously melted and bubbly.
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to make a horizontal slit in the side of each breast, creating a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through the chicken.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture into the pockets you created in the chicken breasts. Gently press the chicken to close the pockets and secure the filling.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep an eye on the chicken, as you want it to be golden brown and the juices to run clear when pierced with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Americans
Keywords: 30-Minute Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe