Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

Chicken breast cut open and packed with garlic spinach and feta, paprika rubbed over the outside.

Total
45 min
Serves
2

A delicious and nutritious dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese, perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, mix the sautéed spinach with feta cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  5. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach and feta mixture.
  6. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Serve the stuffed chicken breasts warm with your choice of side vegetables.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
350
Protein
40 g
Fat
20 g
Carbs
5 g

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