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Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Delight

This Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken is a gourmet experience packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts skinless and boneless
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Basil fresh or dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
For an Extra Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar optional for drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken breasts by cutting a pocket in each, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Sauté garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds, then add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Combine sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  5. Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the filling, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken breasts on both sides for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (165°F/74°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, optionally drizzling with balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Do not overstuff the chicken, chill before searing, and let it rest after baking for juiciness.

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