Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Indulge in a deliciously satisfying meal with these Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breasts. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of spinach, artichokes, and cream cheese. Inspired by the keto diet, it’s perfect for a low-carb lifestyle, offering rich flavors with minimal effort required.

Ingredients

🐔 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
🌿 6 oz baby spinach, finely chopped
🌼 12 oz marinated artichoke hearts, quartered and drained
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
🧂 1 tsp salt
⚫️ 1 tsp pepper
🫒 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
🍃 1 tsp dried herb seasoning, such as Italian seasoning

Instructions

1- Prepare the Filling:

Chop the baby spinach finely.
Drain the marinated artichoke hearts and chop them into small pieces.
Mince the garlic.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, minced garlic, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until you achieve a smooth, creamy filling.

2- Prepare the Chicken:

Carefully butterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally along its thickest side to create a deep pocket without cutting through entirely.

3- Stuff the Chicken:

Spoon a generous portion of the creamy spinach-artichoke mixture into each chicken breast pocket.

4- Bake the Chicken:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts on the sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Season the tops with additional salt, pepper, and your choice of dried herbs, such as Italian seasoning.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

5- Optional Broiling:

For a golden finish, broil the chicken for a few minutes after baking. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
Proteins: Approx. 35g
Fats: Approx. 30g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 5g
Equipment: Sharp knife, mixing bowl, parchment-lined baking sheet, oven