Spinach Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, seared golden and baked until tender for a flavorful, family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, and mozzarella until smooth.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and fill with the mixture, pressing the sides to seal.
- Season the outside with salt and pepper, then sear in a skillet with olive oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest a few minutes before serving warm so the creamy filling can shine through.