Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Spinach feta stuffed chicken recipe with juicy chicken breasts, creamy ricotta, savory feta cheese, and flavorful garlic herb seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing & Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6-ounce each)
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Spinach Feta Filling
5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon dried dill
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Carefully cut a horizontal pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
In a small bowl, mix paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken.
In another bowl, combine spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, scallions, garlic, and dill. Mix until combined.
Stuff each chicken breast evenly with the spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until lightly golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake uncovered for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end if desired for extra browning.
Remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
Make sure to squeeze excess moisture from the spinach to avoid watery filling.
Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Delicious served with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/spinach-feta-stuffed-chicken-recipe/
