Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Tender chicken breasts stuffed with creamy spinach, feta, and warm spices, then baked until juicy with a bold Cajun finish.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 6 ounces each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning*
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl combine cream cheese, feta, garlic powder, onion powder, and spinach. Mix well.
- Cut a slit into the side of the chicken breasts with a sharp knife and wiggle the knife to create a pocket. Stuff with the spinach filling.
- Rub the outside of the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Cajun seasoning*.
- Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 163°F.
- Rest 5 minutes to allow the chicken temperature to rise to 165˚F before serving.
Notes
- *Replace Cajun seasoning with your favorite seasoning blend if desired.
- Store leftovers by individually wrapping them and placing them in a zip bag in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or in the freezer in freezer bags for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 9011IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 2mg