Savory Stuffed Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach, and Mozzarella
Savory Stuffed Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach, and Mozzarella is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a mouthwatering filling. This easy recipe features gooey mozzarella cheese, sweet roasted red peppers, and fresh spinach, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its rich flavors and impressive presentation, this stuffed chicken will surely impress your family and guests alike. Serve alongside a simple salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 150 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100 g sliced roasted red peppers
- 100 g fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast using a sharp knife.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant, then add spinach until wilted.
- Stuff each chicken breast with roasted red peppers, spinach mixture, and mozzarella; secure with toothpicks.
- Brush with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear in an oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg