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Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

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A flavorful weeknight main dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy, garlicky mushroom and spinach filling.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic and chopped mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms are soft and most of their liquid has evaporated.
  3. Stir the chopped spinach, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan into the skillet. Add the Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper, then let the mixture cool until it is safe to handle.
  4. Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, taking care not to cut through the other side, and stuff each pocket with the cooled mushroom and spinach mixture.
  5. Add more olive oil to the skillet and sear the stuffed chicken breasts on both sides until they develop a golden brown crust.
  6. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken appears cooked through.
  7. Verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F, then remove the chicken from the oven.

Notes

For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and part-skim Parmesan. Fresh mushrooms give the best texture, but well-drained canned mushrooms can be used in a pinch.

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