Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts: Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for spinach and cheese stuffed chicken breasts, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, sauté garlic and spinach until the spinach is wilted.
- In a bowl, mix together the sautéed spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach mixture.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.