Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– ½ cup ricotta cheese
– ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian seasoned)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Stuffed Chicken Breast is simple if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
2. Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. Prepare the Chicken: Take each chicken breast and create a pocket by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
4. Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the filling into each chicken breast pocket, ensuring they are filled generously but not overflowing.
5. Seal the Chicken: Use toothpicks to secure the openings of each stuffed breast to keep the filling intact during cooking.
6. Coat the Chicken: Dip each stuffed chicken breast in olive oil, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
7. Bake the Chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
8. Rest the Chicken: After removing the dish from the oven, let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
9. Remove Toothpicks: Carefully remove the toothpicks from the chicken before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Stuffed Chicken Breast that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g