Spinach & Cranberry Stuffed Chicken Breasts for a Delicious Meal
A delicious and healthy dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and cranberries, perfect for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped spinach, dried cranberries, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach and cranberry mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts before stuffing.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg