Description
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and Parmesan blend, seared and baked with a rich garlic butter glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C).
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, chopped spinach, and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, ensuring you do not cut all the way through.
- Stuff each pocket with the cheese and spinach mixture, leaving a small gap at the top.
- Rub the exterior of the chicken with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Combine melted butter and minced garlic, then pour the mixture over the seared chicken breasts.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Baking
- Cuisine: American