Cream Cheese Spinach Stuffed Chicken Delights Awaits You!
A delicious low-carb and keto-friendly dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, offering an oozy center and a crispy outside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the cream cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like basil or oregano to the filling.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg