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Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350
A delicious and hearty dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a flavorful spinach and cheese mixture, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 egg yolk egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • pinch nutmeg

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cut pockets into chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper.
  • Sauté onion and garlic in 1 tbsp olive oil until softened.
  • Add spinach and parsley, cook until wilted. Cool mixture.
  • Mix cheeses, egg yolk, oregano, nutmeg, salt, pepper. Combine with spinach mixture.
  • Stuff mixture into chicken pockets, sear in skillet, then bake for 20 minutes.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese, Chicken, Spinach