Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Turkey Bacon: A Juicy Delight at Home
Experience the mouthwatering combination of chicken stuffed with spinach and turkey bacon, perfect for a delightful meal at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, turkey bacon, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff it with the spinach mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a little extra flavor, consider adding herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the filling.
- Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg