Description
A sumptuous dish featuring juicy chicken breasts stuffed with roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the chopped roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, shredded mozzarella cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast, ensuring you don’t go all the way through.
- Season both sides of the chicken with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the pepper and spinach mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the stuffing ahead of time and stuff the chicken earlier in the day. Use an air fryer at 375°F for 15-20 minutes for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, spinach, Cajun seasoning, dinner recipe