This recipe features chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy cottage cheese filling and a flavorful spinach mix, making it a perfect choice for a cozy baked dinner. It’s a protein-packed holiday main that will impress your guests while being easy to prepare.
The golden baked crust adds a delightful texture to this comforting festive meal, ensuring that every bite is satisfying and delicious.
Delicious Stuffed Chicken Recipe
These stuffed chicken breasts are filled with a creamy mixture of cottage cheese and spinach, then baked to perfection. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Chicken: Spoon the cottage cheese filling into each chicken breast pocket, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Coat the Chicken: In a shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs. Dip each stuffed chicken breast in olive oil, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
