Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken. Discover a new favorite dinner recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Toothpicks or kitchen twin-e for securing chicken
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing horizontally through the thickest part, creating a “pocket” for the stuffing. Be sure not to cut all the way through the chicken.
- Step 3: In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add the chopped spinach to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Step 5: In a medium bowl, combine the roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach mixture, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Step 6: Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture, pressing the filling in gently so it stays inside. Secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twin-e.
- Step 7: In the same pan, heat a little more olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully add the stuffed chicken breasts to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 8: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 9: Optionally, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the stuffed chicken before serving for added flavor.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg