Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken (Printable version)
Chicken breasts filled with spinach, feta, and herbs, oven-baked for a healthy, satisfying dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Filling
05 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
06 - ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
07 - ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
10 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
11 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
→ Baking
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - ¼ teaspoon paprika
# How to Make It:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing through completely.
03 - Season both the interior and exterior of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
04 - In a bowl, combine chopped spinach, crumbled feta, cream cheese, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
05 - Fill each chicken breast pocket generously with the spinach and feta mixture, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
06 - Place the stuffed breasts into the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle evenly with paprika.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the juices run clear.
08 - Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before removing toothpicks and slicing to serve warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The blend of creamy feta and fresh spinach wrapped inside tender chicken breast feels like a special treat you've stumbled upon by accident
- It's hearty enough for dinner but light enough to feel guilt-free, making it a family favorite in no time
02 -
- Careful cutting the pockets is key — too shallow and you can't fit the filling, too deep and the filling leaks out during baking
- Letting the chicken rest after baking makes all the difference for juicy, tender bites
03 -
- Using room temperature cream cheese makes mixing the filling smooth and easier
- Lightly pressing the stuffing into the pocket prevents it from escaping during baking