Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe: Juicy Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe featuring a juicy twist with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Slice each chicken breast to create a pocket for the filling.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the spinach mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with turkey bacon.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear each chicken breast on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before stuffing.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Spinach Stuffed Chicken, Chicken Breast Recipe, Cooking with Spinach, Healthy Chicken Dishes