Description
Experience a flavor-packed delight with this Healthy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. Tender chicken envelops a savory mixture of earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and creamy cheeses, all baked to golden perfection. This dish is not only visually stunning but also nutritious, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with each mouthwatering bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cremini or button mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice open each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and mushrooms; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan until well combined (about 3 minutes). Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the filling and secure with toothpicks.
- Place stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg