Description
Juicy chicken breasts filled with a savory mix of roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella. This dish is healthy, easy to make, and perfect for any meal, whether you’re hosting guests or treating yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach, sautéed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for spice
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound until about ½-inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine roasted red peppers, spinach, mozzarella, and garlic.
- Stuff Chicken: Place filling in the center of each breast. Fold the chicken over and secure with toothpicks.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Brush the stuffed breasts with olive oil and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and enjoy with a side of vegetables or salad.
Notes
- Prevent Leaks: Secure the chicken breasts tightly with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Even Cooking: Pound the chicken breasts evenly to ensure they cook uniformly and reach the proper internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Customize the Filling: Feel free to add other ingredients like mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes, or switch the mozzarella with feta or cheddar for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Stuffed Chicken with Spinach and Mozzarella, Red Pepper and Mozzarella Chicken, Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Mozzarella Chicken,