Roasted Red Pepper Spinach Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken
A comforting dish filled with creamy spinach, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, diced roasted red peppers, shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Generously stuff each chicken breast with the creamy mixture and secure the openings with toothpicks or kitchen twine if necessary.
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Season each stuffed chicken breast with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Once the oil is hot, sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken for a few hours for deeper flavor. Also, don’t overstuff the chicken to prevent spillage during cooking.