Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 ounces fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken Breasts:
- Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing horizontally into each breast without slicing all the way through, creating a pocket.

2. Preheat the Stovetop:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

3. Season the Chicken:
- Season the inside and outside of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

4. Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine the fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and minced garlic.

5. Stuff the Chicken Breasts:
- Divide the spinach mixture into four equal parts. Stuff each chicken breast pocket with one part of the mixture.
- Secure the pockets with toothpicks to hold the filling inside during cooking.

6. Cook the Stuffed Chicken:
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the preheated skillet.
- Cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the toothpicks from the chicken before serving.

7. Rest and Serve:
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with your choice of side salad or steamed vegetables.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

Cooking Time:
PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Chicken Breast, Feta Cheese, Spinach, Stuffed Chicken, Stove Top, Easy Lunch, Gourmet Recipe, Healthy Meal, Mediterranean, Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 980 calories

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