Dinner Recipe to Impress | Stuffed Chicken Breast
Easy, Rich, and Flavorful Dinner Recipes to Impress – This Stuffed Chicken Breast is a Rich and Flavorful Recipe; Perfect for Cozy or Refined Dinners!
This Stuffed Chicken Breast is THE dinner recipe to impress. It’s hearty, succulent, and brimming with comforting flavors. This recipe is made with lean chicken breast, packed with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and a three cheese mixture. It’s an easy recipe with everything you need for a comforting family dinner or an elegant meal to serve at any special occasion.
What ingredients do I need for this Stuffed Chicken recipe?
4 chicken breasts
Salt and Pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Filling:
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups spinach (roughly chopped)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 cup shredded Mozzarella
1/3 cup Parmesan (grated)
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch red pepper flakes
How to make this Stuffed Chicken Breast?
To prepare the Filling:
Get your oven ready by preheating at 375 degrees F.
Add some oil in a large skillet set over medium heat (1-2 teaspoons). Then add in the garlic and spinach; cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until wilted, then place in a bowl and let it cool.
Add the sundried tomatoes into the same bowl alongside the rest of the filling ingredients. Mix gently to combine, then put aside.
To prepare the chicken:
Pat the chicken breast until dry, then while carefully using a sharp knife, cut a pocket for the stuffing.
Pack the filling into each chicken breast, then top with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Set a large skillet over medium high heat, then add oil. Once it’s heated, place two chicken breasts at a time and sear both side for about 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
Place the skillet in the oven (if it’s oven safe, use a baking dish instead) and bake for 17 to 20 minutes. Let it rest a bit before serving. Enjoy your Stuffed Chicken breasts!
Best Ever Chicken Recipe for a Comforting or an Elegant Dinner
Your family or guests will definitely be impressed by this simple, yet refined stuffed chicken breast that combines tender chicken packed with a satisfying creamy filling.
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Can I bake the chicken without searing it in the pan? Yes! You can place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes at 375 degrees F. Use a bit of oil or butter over the chicken and to get that beautiful golden brown, you can broil the chicken breasts during the last 5 minutes. (If you’re concerned about having dry chicken, cover the dish with aluminum foil)
Can I use an air fryer for this Stuffed Chicken recipe? Of course! This can help keep the chicken moist and tender while guaranteeing a crispy golden brown exterior. Just make sure your air fryer isn’t too packed.
Which other filling can I use instead? There are various filling options for this recipe, but it all depends on personal taste. You can fill up your chicken breast with different types of cheese, meat, or veggies. You can also use a sweet filling if you prefer, like diced apples and cinnamon.
How can I store leftovers? I like to wrap the chicken breast with plastic wrap or aluminum foil before placing in an airtight container. I keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days and once needed, I reheat it in the oven at 350 degrees F.
Can I prep this Stuffed Chicken recipe ahead? Totally! You can prep the filling, pack the chicken breasts and secure with toothpicks, then wrap each one with plastic wrap before placing in a freezer safe bag or container. When needed, take it out of the freezer and place it in the fridge overnight, then cook normally.
How can I serve this Flavorful Stuffed Chicken Breast?
You can serve this stuffed chicken with roasted or steamed veggies, green salad, or a Caesar salad as a lighter side option. For a more filling side, you can pair the dish with creamy risotto, rice, pasta, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
To serve at a special occasion, place the chicken breast nicely on a plate, garnish with herbs or lemon wedges, drizzle a sauce or glaze on top. Serve with sautéed greens and generous spoonful of smooth mashed potatoes. You can also place a small basket filled with crusty garlic bread on your table. This makes this recipe both refined and extremely comforting.
Don’t forget to pair with white wine, red wine, or some refreshing sparkling water.
Dinner Recipe to Impress | Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- Salt and Pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the Filling
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cups spinach roughly chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella
- 1/3 cup Parmesan grated
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- To prepare the Filling
- Get your oven ready by preheating at 375 degrees F.
- Add some oil in a large skillet set over medium heat (1-2 teaspoons). Add in the garlic and spinach; cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until wilted, then place in a bowl and let it cool.
- Add the sundried tomatoes into the same bowl alongside the rest of the filling ingredients. Mix gently to combine, then put aside.
- To prepare the chicken
- Pat the chicken breast until dry, then while carefully using a sharp knife, cut a pocket for the stuffing.
- Pack the filling into each chicken breast, then top with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Set a large skillet over medium high heat, then add oil. Once it’s heated, place two chicken breasts at a time and sear both side for about 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Place the skillet in the oven (if it’s oven safe, use a baking dish instead) and bake for 17 to 20 minutes. Let it rest a bit before serving. Enjoy!
