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Stuffed Chicken Breast

Stuffed Chicken Breast

This Stuffed Chicken Breast has a creamy 3-cheese blend with spinach, herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes! It's easy to make and customize with different fillings!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • cast iron or oven-safe skillet
  • sharp paring knife
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • ═══ FOR THE CHICKEN ═══
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ═══ FOR THE FILLING ═══
  • 3 cups packed spinach (roughly chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained/chopped)
  • 4 oz. cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • cup Parmesan (grated)
  • ½ teaspoon EACH: dried basil, dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large skillet, heat 1-2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat, and add the chopped spinach and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, oregano, onion powder, and red pepper flakes, then gently stir in the cooked spinach and garlic along with the sun-dried tomatoes. Set the filling aside.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, taking care not to cut through to the other side. Fill each pocket with the prepared stuffing mixture.
  • Season the exterior of the stuffed chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until glistening, then add two chicken breasts and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  • If using a non-oven-safe skillet, transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 17-20 minutes, or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Using the reserved oil from the sun-dried tomatoes adds additional flavor to your dish.
  • Tip 2: Searing the chicken in an oven-safe skillet eliminates the need for transferring to a baking dish, making cleanup easier.
  • Tip 3: If you don't have mozzarella, you can substitute with other cheese varieties like cheddar or provolone.
  • Tip 4: To save time, prep the filling and stuff the chicken breasts a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
  • Tip 5: This stuffed chicken pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes and roasted green beans for a complete meal.