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Stuffed Chicken Breast with Cream Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Spinach Recipe

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This stuffed chicken breast recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts filled with a savory mixture of cream cheese, parmesan, feta, spinach, and sun dried tomatoes. The seasoned chicken is pan-seared in butter until golden and cooked through, resulting in a rich and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 small chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)

Filling

  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese
  • 1 cup baby spinach (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes (packed in oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly your chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally through the middle, stopping just before cutting all the way through to create a pocket. Sprinkle the outside evenly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika to season.
  2. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together the cream cheese, parmesan cheese, feta cheese, chopped baby spinach, and sun dried tomatoes until well combined.
  3. Stuff the Chicken: Fill each butterflied chicken breast with the prepared cheese and vegetable mixture. Secure the filling inside with toothpicks to keep everything in place during cooking. Some filling may fall out, which is normal.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted and hot, place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet. Brown the chicken on all sides, turning carefully to avoid losing filling. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfectly cooked chicken.
  • Sun dried tomatoes packed in oil add rich flavor; drain slightly if very oily.
  • You can substitute spinach with kale or arugula if desired.
  • Remove toothpicks before serving.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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