🧀 Stuffed Chicken Breast – Juicy, Cheesy & Elegant
This stuffed chicken breast recipe is a restaurant-worthy dish made easily at home. Each chicken breast is loaded with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, then seared and baked to perfection. Ideal for a cozy dinner or when you want to impress!
Equipment
- Oven-safe skillet
- Sharp knife
- Toothpicks
- Mixing bowl
- Meat thermometer (recommended)
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Stuffing:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried
- Optional: 2–3 sun-dried tomatoes chopped (for extra flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast using a sharp knife — don't cut all the way through.
Step 2: Make the Stuffing
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, garlic, and parsley until well combined.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with the filling, securing with toothpicks if needed.
Step 3: Sear and Bake
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4: Rest & Serve
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Remove toothpicks, slice, and serve!
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness
Feel free to swap spinach for chopped kale or arugula
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick