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spinach stuffed chicken breasts

Recipe by
Beth Pierce
Old Monroe, MO

This Spinach Stuffed Chicken is a delicious combination of chopped spinach, herb cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan and garlic with a perfect blend of spices seared into golden chicken breasts. This recipe comes together quickly and it is one of our favorite stuffed chicken recipes. I love to serve this with Duchess Potatoes, Roasted Red Potatoes or Easy Fondant Potatoes.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For spinach stuffed chicken breasts

  • 4 lg
    chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 c
    chopped spinach
  • 5.2 oz
    boursin herb cream cheese
  • 2/3 c
    shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 Tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • 2 clove
    garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp
    dried marjoram (or oregano)
  • 1/4 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp
    ground cayenne
  • 2 Tbsp
    canola or vegetable oil

How To Make spinach stuffed chicken breasts

  • 1
    Mix together chopped spinach, herb cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, mayonnaise, and minced garlic; set aside.
  • 2
    Cut pockets in your chicken breast lengthwise using a sharp knife. Take your time and be careful not to cut through the top, bottom or opposite side of the chicken breast. Spoon the spinach mixture in and secure with 1-2 toothpicks.
  • 3
    In a small bowl combine garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, marjoram, paprika and cayenne. Rub the spice mixture into the stuffed chicken breasts on both sides.
  • 4
    Heat vegetable oil in a large ovenproof skillet. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides; about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 7-12 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. After removing the chicken from the oven let it rest for 7-10 minutes.
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