Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts in Oven (Video Recipe)

Try these spinach stuffed chicken breasts for a low-carb dinner with family or guests. It is extremely flavored from the parmesan and garlic, while the cream cheese makes it tender and creamy. Not to mention the fresh spinach flavor that transforms some basic baked chicken breast into a delicious dish.

One extra pro to this cream cheese and spinach stuffed chicken recipe is that it is perfect for your keto diet. The cream cheese is low in carbs and high in fat with little protein, while the spinach is a great way to get some potassium in.

How to Make Dairy-Free Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Spinach

One of my best friends is lactose intolerant so she asked me if I can change a little bit the main recipe for her. You know how much I love a challenge and this one was for a loved person, therefore the result was necessaire to be great.

The steps when preparing the recipe are exactly the same, however, I adapted the ingredient list a little. Also, I know that she is a lemon fan, so I added some lemon flavor to the dairy-free stuffed chicken recipe, too.

• 4 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless);
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped);
• 1 cup lemon (sliced);
• 1 tablespoon olive oil;
• 1 teaspoon salt;
• 1 teaspoon black pepper;
• 2 tablespoon mayonnaise;
• 1 1/2 fresh spinach (chopped);

How to Make Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts in Oven

Cream Cheese Spinach Stuffed Chicken is so juicy and tasty that will impress every foodie. Cooking it in the oven is the finest touch, giving you some extra time to prepare some side dishes, or even get ready for the guests you expect. You can also prepare this creamy dish in a skillet on the stovetop, however, the smell will be a lot stronger.

So, using the oven for this spinach stuffed chicken breasts recipe is the best option for great time management and not a smelly kitchen and hair. Believe me, once the garlic flavor got to your hair, it will be stuck!

Ingredient List

This is one of my favorite recipes using chicken breast, as it uses simple ingredients and you can also adapt it to your own taste, You don’t like cream cheese, don’t use it! If you prefer to skip the mayo, just skip it! The main 2 ingredients that are kind of necessary in order to rock this recipe are chicken breasts and spinach. Everything else can be replaced or adapted.

• 4 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless);
• 1 tablespoon olive oil;
• 1 teaspoon salt;
• 1 teaspoon paprika;
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder;
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes;
• 1 teaspoon garlic (minced);
• 2 tablespoon mayonnaise;
• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened);
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated);
• 1 1/2 fresh spinach (chopped);
• 1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley.

Easy Step-by-Step Recipe of Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Now that we know what we need, it’s time to get to work! One first piece of advice I have for you, my loves, is to thoroughly read the steps one time before starting. This is one great suggestion my father once gave me. Patience and research are key in cooking, too.

Good! Now that everything is set let’s rock this cheesy spinach stuffed chicken breast recipe.

1. Preheat your oven to 375 F degrees and prepare a medium baking pan.
2. Next, place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with olive oil.

3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, paprika, and garlic powder to a small bowl and stir them to combine. Sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. 
4. Then, use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast and set it aside.

5. Add cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt to a small mixing bowl and stir well to combine using a spoon.

6. Next, spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast evenly. Use toothpicks to hold the pockets closed, if desired.

7. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Finally, bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

8. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.

Last but not least, remember that chicken breast is a lean protein so it can be challenging to reheat without it getting tough. Stuffed chicken is best served fresh, but it does reheat well in the oven. Just preheat oven to 325˚F, cover the stuffed chicken breasts with foil to prevent drying out, and bake for 10-15 minutes until hot.

Cream Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Make Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with cream cheese and seasonings for a low-carb meal. This cheesy and tender chicken is best to feed your little monsters and to convince them to eat their spinach.

• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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• 4 chicken breast boneless and skinless
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic minced
• 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 4 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 1 1/2 cup fresh spinach chopped
• 1 teaspoon parsley freshly chopped

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375 F degrees and prepare a medium baking pan.
2. Next, place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, paprika, and garlic powder to a small bowl and stir them to combine. Sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. 
4. Then, use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast and set it aside.
5. Add cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, spinach, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt to a small mixing bowl and stir well to combine using a spoon.
6. Next, spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast evenly. Use toothpicks to hold the pockets closed, if desired.
7. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Finally, bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
8. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.

• Author: Rosie
• Prep Time: 7
• Cook Time: 20
• Category: Dinner, Main, Main Course, Main Dish
• Cuisine: American

Stuffed Chicken Breasts in Oven Video Recipe

I also prepared a video for this stuffed chicken breast recipe as I find it the best way to learn how to prepare it. The steps are quite simple and the ingredients are more than affordable, as you most probably already get used to. So, a video tutorial is your most suitable helper. Just watch the steps and instructions here and you’ll be ready in less than 30 minutes.

Enjoy Your Low-Carb Dinner!

Finally, there you have it: a delicious low-carb dish for your dinner gatherings with your loved ones! What do you think about it? Did you find it hard to follow the recipe’s steps? Also, did you go for the main recipe or did you prepare dairy-free spinach stuffed chicken? Tell me everything in the comment section below.

Furthermore, don’t forget that your input on everything I write about is extremely valuable. It really helps me know what you think about my work and how you would improve my recipes, ideas, and advice. So, keep on asking any questions in the comments section. I will make sure to respond as soon as possible! Furthermore, feel free to share your experience with this cheesy spinach stuffed chicken breast and all your advice on it. I am always super excited to hear from my beloved readers!

Last but not least, if you want to learn more ways to convince your kids to eat their spinach, give those favorites of mine a try: