Description
A delicious and healthy dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spinach, feta cheese, and herbs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- For the stuffing:
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- For garnish:
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. In a bowl, mix together the spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the stuffing.
- 3. Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- 4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture, then secure with toothpicks if needed.
- 5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- 6. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 8. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add sun-dried tomatoes or olives to the stuffing mixture. Make sure to remove toothpicks before serving.