Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Chicken with Sundried Tomatoes and Spinach, a dish that beautifully combines tender chicken breasts with a rich filling of creamy cheese, vibrant spinach, and flavorful sundried tomatoes. This easy skillet dinner is not only quick to prepare but also makes a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. Whether it’s a cozy family meal or a festive occasion, the vibrant colors and aromatic ingredients are sure to impress your guests. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that tantalizes the palate and nourishes the body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (8 oz each)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes in olive oil with herbs
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Brine the chicken by dissolving kosher salt in water and soaking the chicken breasts for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat dry the chicken, creating pockets by slicing into each breast.
- Stuff each pocket with cream cheese, spinach, sundried tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks and season both sides with black pepper and coarse sea salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, searing each stuffed chicken until browned on both sides.
- Place halved grape tomatoes over the chicken in the skillet and transfer to the oven for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Allow resting for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approx. 225g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg