Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts (Printable Version)
Tender chicken filled with creamy spinach and Parmesan, baked to golden, juicy perfection in under 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ For Seasoning
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1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon onion powder
→ Stuffing Mixture
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113 grams cream cheese, softened
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60 millilitres grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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45 grams fresh spinach, chopped
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1 teaspoon garlic, minced
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0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C.
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Arrange chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with olive oil or avocado oil.
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In a small bowl, combine paprika, 0.5 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Evenly sprinkle the seasoning mix over both sides of each chicken breast.
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With a sharp knife, carefully cut a deep pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt until well incorporated.
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Evenly spoon the spinach cheese mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast.
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Arrange stuffed chicken breasts in a 23x33 cm baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in the centre.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for easier mixing and uniform stuffing.