Stuffed Chicken Breasts

These stuffed chicken breasts are filled with a creamy spinach and bacon mixture. Perfect for a cozy dinner for two, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Stuffed chicken breasts start with boneless, skinless chicken breasts which are filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, fresh spinach, savory bacon, and grated Parmesan cheese.

It delivers a burst of flavor that will have you wondering why you haven’t made it sooner!

This recipe is a fantastic way to transform a basic chicken dinner into something special with minimal effort. It’s the ideal dish for a cozy dinner for two.

Ingredients

• chicken breasts
• olive oil
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• paprika
• butter
• garlic
• Baby spinach
• cream cheese
• bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Parmesan cheese

If you are looking for more chicken recipes, be sure to try our creamy garlic chicken and cilantro lime chicken. They are both packed with flavor and just as easy to make as our stuffed chicken breasts.

Step by step

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Season the chicken breasts with the spice mixture generously on all sides.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken 1-2 minutes on each side to sear and lock in the flavor. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet reduce heat to medium and add butter. Stir in garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly wilted, stirring often.
5. Add the cream cheese, bacon, parmesan, salt, and pepper and continue to cook until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is combined. Remove from heat.
6. Use a sharp knife to slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Carefully use a spoon to stuff each chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture.
7. Place the stuffed chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.

Variations

• use mozzarella or feta instead of Parmesan
• add mushrooms or bell peppers to the stuffing
• mix fresh basil or thyme into the cream cheese filling
• add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing mixture

Serving suggestions

I love serving them with a simple side salad or some roasted vegetables. Garlic mashed potatoes or a light pasta dish also complement the rich, creamy stuffing perfectly.

Storage

If you have leftovers, store the stuffed chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through. This keeps the chicken moist and delicious.

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