Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This delicious and nutritious dish features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach and tart cranberries, creating a delightful blend of flavors. Perfect for a special dinner or a hearty family meal.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish
- 1 large skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 toothpicks or kitchen twine
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds total.
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cranberries, dried
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and chopped spinach. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, dried cranberries, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing them horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cranberry mixture, using toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the openings.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with your choice of side dishes such as roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach; just ensure to thaw and drain it well.
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken breasts in a lemon juice and herb mixture for 30 minutes before stuffing.