Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
– 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing the chicken
Instructions
Creating Savory Stuffed Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach, and Mozzarella is made simple with these step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking.
2. Prepare the Filling: In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add Spinach and Peppers: Stir in the chopped spinach and roasted red peppers. Cook until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Mix in Cheese and Seasoning: In a bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Prepare the Chicken: Place each chicken breast on a cutting board. Slice a pocket into each breast lengthwise, making sure not to cut all the way through.
6. Stuff the Chicken: Generously fill each chicken breast pocket with the prepared filling. Secure openings with toothpicks or tie them with kitchen twine.
7. Sear the Chicken: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
8. Bake Chicken: Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
9. Rest Before Serving: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5-10 minutes before slicing. This helps keep the juices intact and enhances the flavor.
10. Serve: Slice the stuffed chicken and serve warm, displaying the beautiful filling for a striking presentation.
These straightforward steps will lead you to create mouthwatering Savory Stuffed Chicken that will leave a lasting impression on your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 40g