spinach recipes
This flavorful dish combines tender chicken breasts with a delicious mixture of spinach, feta cheese, and herbs. It’s a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish
- 1 frying pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 cutting board
- 1 toothpicks or kitchen twine
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds.
- 2 cups fresh spinach Packed.
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese About 5 ounces.
- ½ cup cream cheese Softened.
- 1 clove garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 piece lemon Zested and juiced.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until just wilted (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the wilted spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined evenly.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks or tie closed with kitchen twine.
- In the same frying pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish. Drizzle with lemon juice and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and then serve.
Notes
You can serve this dish with a side of rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Feel free to add additional herbs or spices based on your preference. Enjoy the vibrant flavors that spinach and feta bring to this delightful dish!