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Stuffed Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers: A Flavorful Delight!

Stuffed Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach, and Mozzarella is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a delicious filling of spinach, roasted red peppers, and creamy mozzarella cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Using a sharp knife, create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture, ensuring they are filled evenly.
  5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. If using, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the chicken.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed chicken breastCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 45gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
  • You can also add sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the stuffing for extra flavor.

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