Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1 lemon, juiced
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Spinach Feta Chicken is an effortless process when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, crumbled feta cheese, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
5. Prepare Chicken: Place chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, create a pocket in each breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
6. Stuff Chicken: Generously fill each chicken pocket with the spinach and feta mixture.
7. Secure Filling: Use toothpicks to secure the openings of the chicken pockets, ensuring the filling stays inside during cooking.
8. Season Chicken: Rub the outside of each chicken breast with lemon juice, and season with additional salt and pepper.
9. Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
10. Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Discard toothpicks.
These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Spinach Feta Chicken that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 38g