Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
This low-carb Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe fills pan-seared tender chicken breasts with a creamy, cheesy spinach filling.
- Total Time30 minutes
- Yield2 1x
Ingredients
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For the filling:
- 8 oz fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded asiago cheese
- 1 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
For the chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp Creole seasoning
- 1 1/2 tsp oregano
Instructions
- Split each chicken breast down the middle creating a pocket. Be careful not to split it completely in half. Season chicken on the inside and outside.
- In a skillet on medium heat, cook the spinach for a few minutes until it begins to wilt. Add the spinach to a large bowl, and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Add all remaining ingredients and mix.
- Stuff the chicken with the spinach filling and use toothpicks to close the opening.
- Add olive oil to a skillet and cook the stuffed chicken on medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes on each side.
- Remove from heat, remove the toothpicks, and serve.
Notes
For the ideal filling texture, make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before beginning the process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 804
- Sugar: 1.1g
- Sodium: 1723mg
- Fat: 53.7g
- Carbohydrates: 11.9g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Protein: 69.3g
- Cholesterol: 293mg