Description
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spinach, dried cranberries, and creamy goat cheese, perfect for a healthy and elegant dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped spinach, dried cranberries, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to avoid foodborne illness. For a variation, add chopped nuts to the stuffing for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 28g