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Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Delight

Deliciously stuffed chicken breasts filled with roasted red pepper, spinach, and mozzarella cheese, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 breasts
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pan
  • knife
  • baking dish
  • toothpicks or kitchen twine

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Stuffing Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing chicken

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing horizontally through the thickest part.
  • In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped spinach to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach mixture, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  • Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture, pressing the filling in gently so it stays inside. Secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  • In the same pan, heat a little more olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully add the stuffed chicken breasts to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Optionally, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the stuffed chicken before serving for added flavor.

Notes

Be sure to check the chicken’s internal temperature to ensure it is fully cooked. You can substitute fresh mozzarella with shredded mozzarella if you prefer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1breastCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword baked chicken, chicken, Mozzarella, roasted red pepper, spinach, stuffed chicken
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