Juicy chicken breasts filled with a cheesy spinach mixture, seared to golden brown and baked to perfection for a satisfying, creamy dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup fresh spinach (or 1/2 cup thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Pound chicken breasts to about 1/4-inch thickness.
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Sauté garlic in 1 tbsp olive oil for 30 seconds, then add spinach. Cook until wilted. Cool slightly.
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In a bowl, mix spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasonings.
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Spread filling over chicken, leaving a border. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
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Sear rolls in the remaining olive oil until browned on all sides.
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Transfer to oven and bake 20–25 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
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Let rest 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, and serve.