Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Deliciously stuffed chicken breasts filled with nutritious ingredients, perfect for your weight loss meal plan.
Ingredients
- 2 breasts skinless, boneless chicken
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- ½ cup low-fat cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Use a sharp knife to create a pocket in each chicken breast, being careful not to cut through the other side.
- Stuff each pocket with the spinach and cheese mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot!
Notes
Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing is an option; wrap chicken tightly for best results. Thaw frozen chicken in the refrigerator overnight for best quality. Make extra to enjoy leftovers for lunch the next day!