Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken
A delightful stuffed chicken breast filled with roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, and creamy mozzarella, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the chopped roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through.
- Stuff each pocket with the filling mixture, pressing gently to pack it in.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear each chicken breast for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through to 165°F (75°C).
- Serve warm with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
Make filling ahead of time and refrigerate. You can also use air fryer at 360°F (182°C) for 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, roasted peppers, Italian dish, spinach mozzarella, weeknight dinner