Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Toothpicks optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Butterfly chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the thickest part of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open the chicken breasts like a book and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté spinach and minced garlic until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked spinach with crumbled feta cheese and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over one half of each chicken breast.
- Fold the other half of the chicken breast over the stuffing, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove toothpicks before serving and enjoy!
There’s something truly magical about the combination of tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and tangy feta cheese. It’s a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds, leaving you craving for more. Today, I’m excited to share with you a recipe that will transport you to a world of culinary bliss – Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast.
Let’s start by talking about the star of the show – the chicken breast. We want to ensure that it’s perfectly seasoned, so we’ll generously sprinkle it with salt, pepper, and a touch of garlic powder. This trio of seasonings will elevate the natural flavors of the chicken, creating a harmonious base for our stuffing.
Now, let’s dive into the stuffing itself. Picture this: a luscious bed of sautéed spinach, mingling with the aromatic essence of minced garlic. As the spinach wilts in the skillet, it releases its earthy aroma, enticing your senses. But we’re not done yet – we’ll take it up a notch by adding crumbled feta cheese. The creamy, tangy notes of the feta perfectly complement the spinach, creating a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
Once our stuffing is ready, it’s time to bring it all together. We’ll gently spread the spinach and feta mixture over one half of each chicken breast, like a cozy blanket enveloping it in a warm embrace. Then, we’ll fold the other half of the chicken breast over the stuffing, creating a pocket of deliciousness. If needed, we can secure it with toothpicks, ensuring that our precious filling stays intact.
Now, it’s time for the magic to happen in the oven. As the stuffed chicken breasts bake, the flavors meld together, creating a tantalizing aroma that will make your mouth water. The chicken cooks to perfection, becoming tender and juicy, while the spinach and feta filling infuses it with a burst of flavor. In just 25-30 minutes, your kitchen will be transformed into a culinary haven. Before serving, remember to remove the toothpicks.