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Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with roasted red peppers, spinach, and creamy cheese, then baked to perfection.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped roasted red peppers
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear chicken in olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
  4. Mix roasted red peppers, spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Stuff chicken breasts with filling and secure if needed.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  7. Rest briefly before serving and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 38gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Pound chicken evenly for best results. Secure filling well before baking.

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