Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Delight

This Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed dinner option.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Chilling Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Filling

1 cup Roasted Red Peppers jarred or homemade
2 cups Fresh Spinach can substitute with baby kale
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese fresh or shredded
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh preferred
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh herbs
1/4 cup Fresh Basil optional

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
to taste Balsamic Vinegar optional for drizzling

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Mixing bowl
pan
Meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Carefully slice horizontal pockets into each chicken breast.
Sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 1 minute, then add fresh spinach until wilted.
Mix roasted red peppers, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach mixture, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Stuff chicken breasts with the filling and secure openings.
Sear the stuffed chicken in the pan for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Let rest for a few minutes, optionally drizzle with balsamic vinegar, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is patted dry before cooking. Chill chicken after stuffing for 10-15 minutes to prevent leaking.

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