Description
A nutritious stuffed chicken breast recipe that combines lean chicken with spinach and ricotta cheese, perfect for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast pocket.
- Sear the chicken in olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve on a bed of mixed greens or alongside steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, diabetic recipe, healthy dinner, low-carb meal, nutritious chicken, spinach and ricotta