Ingredients
For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for added flavor)
For the Filling:
2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or a mix)
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Sauce:
1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, ensuring you don’t cut all the way through. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
If desired, sprinkle the inside of the chicken breasts with some Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Make the Filling:
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or butter) over medium heat.
Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and browned.
Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach wilts down.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Once cooled, stir in the ricotta, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried thyme (or Italian seasoning), and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Stuff the Chicken:
Carefully stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and mushroom mixture, securing the opening with toothpicks if needed to keep the filling in place.
In an oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or butter) over medium-high heat.
Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Make the Creamy Sauce:
While the chicken is baking, make the creamy sauce. In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil (or butter) over medium heat.
Add the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
Once the chicken is cooked, remove the toothpicks and place the chicken breasts on serving plates.
Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple salad.
Tips
Make It Ahead: You can prepare the chicken and filling ahead of time, then store them in the refrigerator. When ready to cook, just stuff and sear the chicken before baking.
For Extra Flavor: Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice to the creamy sauce for added brightness.
Vegetable Variations: You can add other vegetables, like sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts, to the filling for more variety.
Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a decadent dish with juicy, tender chicken stuffed with a flavorful and creamy filling. The rich, cheesy sauce brings everything together, making this meal perfect for any special occasion or a comforting dinner!
"use strict";
var adace_load_679254ad7abda = function(){
var viewport = $(window).width();
var tabletStart = 601;
var landscapeStart = 801;
var tabletEnd = 961;
var content = '%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22adace_adsense_679254ad7ab9a%22%3E%3Cscript%20async%20src%3D%22%2F%2Fpagead2.googlesyndication.com%2Fpagead%2Fjs%2Fadsbygoogle.js%22%3E%3C%2Fscript%3E%0A%09%09%3Cins%20class%3D%22adsbygoogle%22%0A%09%09style%3D%22display%3Ablock%3B%22%0A%09%09data-ad-client%3D%22ca-pub-4021508606882820%22%0A%09%09data-ad-slot%3D%221022929940%22%0A%09%09data-ad-format%3D%22auto%22%0A%09%09%3E%3C%2Fins%3E%0A%09%09%3Cscript%3E%28adsbygoogle%20%3D%20window.adsbygoogle%20%7C%7C%20%5B%5D%29.push%28%7B%7D%29%3B%3C%2Fscript%3E%3C%2Fdiv%3E';
var unpack = true;
if(viewport=tabletStart && viewport=landscapeStart && viewport=tabletStart && viewport=tabletEnd){
if ($wrapper.hasClass('.adace-hide-on-desktop')){
$wrapper.remove();
}
}
if(unpack) {
$self.replaceWith(decodeURIComponent(content));
}
}
if($wrapper.css('visibility') === 'visible' ) {
adace_load_679254ad7abda();
} else {
//fire when visible.
var refreshIntervalId = setInterval(function(){
if($wrapper.css('visibility') === 'visible' ) {
adace_load_679254ad7abda();
clearInterval(refreshIntervalId);
}
}, 999);
}
})(jQuery);
