Quick 30-Minute Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken
A deliciously quick and easy recipe for spinach and feta stuffed chicken breasts, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish combines tender chicken with a flavorful filling, ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon for zest and juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and the zest and juice of half the lemon. Mix until well combined.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture, dividing it evenly among the breasts. Secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional lemon zest and fresh herbs if desired.