Description
A cozy dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a vibrant mix of spinach and cranberries, perfect for special occasions and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted, then stir in the cranberries and cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Sear the stuffed chicken in the skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour any remaining stuffing over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For variations, you can substitute feta cheese for cream cheese or use kale instead of spinach. Ensure to season generously for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, stuffed chicken, spinach, cranberries, autumn recipe, family dinner