Best 11 Spinach Dip Stuffed Chicken Recipes

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Spinach dip stuffed chicken is a delightful and savory dish that combines the flavors of creamy spinach dip with tender chicken breasts. This recipe is a perfect appetizer or main course for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences by adding different ingredients or spices. With its combination of creamy spinach, tender chicken, and flavorful spices, spinach dip stuffed chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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SPINACH STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE



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Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast is a simple recipe that's healthy (around 400 calories per chicken breast), made in under 30 minutes, and done in just ONE PAN! Chicken stuffed with simple spinach dip is one of our all-time favorite easy chicken recipes.

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1.5 tablespoons canola peanut or olive oil
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 5.2 ounce package garlic-herb cheese (such as Boursin cheese)
½ cup dry white wine optional

Steps:

  • Cut about a 3-inch wide pocket into the thick side of each breast almost to the other side, but do not cut all the way through. Season both sides of each breast with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Heat oil & butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Turn the heat to medium.
  • Place the spinach in the skillet and sauté the spinach about 30 seconds, just long enough to wilt but not burn. Dab the spinach on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the cheese and spinach until combined. Stuff the chicken breasts with the spinach/cheese mixture and secure the breasts with toothpicks.
  • Place the breasts in the hot skillet and leave for 4 minutes or until the chicken turns golden brown. Carefully turn the breasts over and cook another 3 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Reduce heat to low, add wine (if using), cover and cook another 3-5 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink in the middle. A meat thermometer should read 160°F when placed in the thickest part of the meat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 51 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Sodium 548 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH-ARTICHOKE DIP STUFFED GRILLED CHICKEN



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces spinach and artichoke dip
4 ounces crumbled feta
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the spinach and artichoke dip, feta and caraway in a bowl until very smooth and uniform. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag (or use a ziptop bag and cut off the tip to create a 1/2-inch-wide opening).
  • Lay the breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp boning knife, cut a pocket in the thickest part of each breast. Gently swipe the knife back and forth without making the hole larger or piercing the underside or top of the chicken.
  • Pipe some filling into each pocket. Tuck the tip of each breast under and secure with one long piece of butcher twine tied into a cross, making sure to seal the pocket hole with the twine. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Refrigerate the chicken for 1 hour to firm up.
  • Prepare a grill for a 2-stage fire (one hot side, one cool side).
  • Set the chicken on the cool side of the grill top-side down. Cover and cook, flipping and rotating halfway through, until the thickest part of the meat registers 160 degrees F, about 15 minutes. Move to the hot side of the grill and cook until both sides are charred, 2 to 3 minutes a side.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, loosely tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes. Remove the twine and slice into medallions.

SPINACH DIP STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by BobN

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound chicken breasts (thin)
1 cup pepper jack cheese
1 cup cooked spinach
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons almond flour
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Cajun Seasoning
2 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix together pepper jack cheese, cooked spinach, and Greek yogurt. (If you just cooked the spinach, the cheese should melt nicely and make a delicious dip!) In a small bowl, combine almond flour and Cajun seasoning (see recipe below). Dip both sides of chicken breast in the mixture. Place a spoonful of the spinach dip in the middle of each chicken breast. Fold the ends up and use a toothpick to hold them in place. (Feel free to roll the finished product in the almond flour/Cajun seasoning mixture again at this time.) Bake for 18-22 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

GREEK SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 cups chopped baby spinach (about 8 ounces)
1/4 cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (8 to 10 ounces each), trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
8 ounces ditalini (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups spinach, the feta and 3 tablespoons water in a bowl. Insert a paring knife into the thickest part of each chicken breast, cutting along the side to make a deep 2-inch-wide pocket. Stuff the spinach mixture into the pockets.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet, rounded-side down, and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Add the chicken broth, vinegar and sun-dried tomatoes. Partially cover and cook until the chicken is just cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ditalini and cook as the label directs. Put the remaining 1 1/2 cups spinach in a colander; drain the ditalini over the spinach to wilt it. Return to the pot.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board and slice. Add the pan sauce to the ditalini along with the mint and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss. Serve with the chicken.

SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN PARMESAN



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Every time I buy a loaf of bread, I use the heels to make bread crumbs. Just pop them in the toasters and crush them into a labeled baggie. That way I always have them on hand for quick recipes like this. -Kellie Foglio, Salem, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups fresh spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook and stir spinach and garlic in oil just until wilted. Drain. Stir in 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper., Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread each with 1 tablespoon spinach mixture. Fold chicken in half, enclosing filling; secure with toothpicks., Place bread crumbs and egg in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in crumbs to coat. Place seam side down in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomato sauce, basil and oregano. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN



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A mixture of spinach, spices and three kinds of cheese tucked into these chicken breasts makes them taste extra special. "They bake to a beautiful golden brown, so they look lovely on the plate, too," shares Barbara Eitemiller of Churchville, Maryland.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Additional paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheeses, onion, garlic, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Carefully loosen the skin on one side of each chicken breast to form a pocket. Stuff each breast with 1/2 cup spinach mixture. , Place chicken skin side up in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine the oil, paprika, oregano and thyme; brush over chicken. Sprinkle with additional paprika if desired. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a thermometer inserted into the breast meat reads 170° and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 430mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 53g protein.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Looking for new ways to get more spinach-artichoke dip into your life? Try these crispy chicken breasts served with a creamy sauce that only takes a minute to make.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (5 oz) baby spinach leaves
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jar (6 oz) Progresso™ marinated artichoke hearts, drained, patted dry and chopped
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb total)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat; transfer to colander. Press with spoon to drain. Chop spinach finely.
  • In medium bowl, mix spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic. Reserve 1 1/4 cups mixture. Add artichoke hearts and mozzarella cheese to remaining cream cheese mixture.
  • Season chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. In thick side of each chicken breast, cut 3-inch-long pocket to within 1/4 inch of opposite side of breast. Spoon about 1/4 cup artichoke mixture into pocket in each chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks.
  • In shallow dish, stir together flour, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In another shallow dish, beat eggs with whisk. Place bread crumbs on sheet of waxed paper. Dip chicken into flour mixture, coating well; shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then coat with bread crumbs.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Transfer to ungreased rimmed pan; bake 20 to 25 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Remove toothpicks.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat broth to boiling over medium heat; add reserved 1 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture. Reduce heat to low; cook until smooth and hot, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice.
  • Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 900, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Fat 9, Fiber 5 g, Protein 57 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1420 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

SPINACH STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



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This is a spicier version of spinach stuffed chicken breasts. They are both tender and delicious, and they look good too.

Provided by JERSEYGIRL_CHELL

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach leaves
½ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded pepperjack cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
1 pinch ground black pepper
8 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place spinach in a large glass bowl, and heat in the microwave for 3 minutes, stirring every minute or so, or until wilted. Stir in sour cream, pepperjack cheese, and garlic.
  • Lay the chicken breasts out on a clean surface, and spoon some of the spinach mixture onto each one. Roll up chicken to enclose the spinach, then wrap each chicken breast with two slices of bacon. Secure with toothpicks, and arrange in a shallow baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 minutes in the preheated oven, then increase heat to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C), or use the oven's broiler to cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to brown the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 113.4 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 564.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

PEPPERS STUFFED WITH SPINACH AND GROUND CHICKEN



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A simple, tasty meal of bell peppers stuffed with ground chicken. Easily changed up, too!

Provided by Ellen Trimboli

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ medium onion, diced
1 pound ground chicken
2 cups cooked rice
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Asiago cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice tops off peppers and wrap peppers in aluminum foil. Dice any pepper flesh surrounding stems; set aside. Discard stems.
  • Bake peppers in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Remove and discard foil when cool enough to handle.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook and stir until soft and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until crumbly and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Add diced peppers and saute until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cooked rice, tomatoes, and spinach; cook and stir until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stuff peppers with chicken-rice mixture. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then Asiago cheese.
  • Return the peppers to the oven and cook until heated through and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 292.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

SPINACH DIP STUFFED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Spinach Dip Stuffed Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Neo_Soul_Cook1111

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup cooked spinach
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
4 (1 1/2 lb) boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2-2 cups panko breadcrumbs, toasted
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Place a piece of parchment paper or a silicone mat in a baking sheet and coated with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Mix together the spinach, peppers, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and garlic. Set aside.
  • Butterfly the chicken then pound to about ¼" thick. Season with salt and pepper and spread them out on a cutting board. Fill each pocket with ¼ of the spinach mixture. Tightly roll up the chicken keeping the cheese mixture inside, then close the seam with toothpicks.
  • Pour the buttermilk into a shallow bowl. Place the flour in a shallow dish. Place the panko, salt, pepper, and onion powder in a shallow dish. Dip the chicken in the buttermilk then dredge lightly with the flour. Coat the chicken again with the buttermilk. Dredge the chicken in the panko, making sure they adhere well to the surface. Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray.
  • Bake 40-45 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center and 165°F internal temperature. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1754, Fat 87.4, SaturatedFat 31.1, Cholesterol 506.3, Sodium 1340.1, Carbohydrate 71.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7.5, Protein 160.4

SPINACH STUFFED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Spinach Stuffed Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Chicken

Time 37m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 ounces fresh spinach, torn
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In lg skillet, cook spinach in water until wilted, 2 minutes.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In same skillet, saute onions, mushrooms, and garlic in oil for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the seasonings and spinach; set aside.
  • Flatten chicken.
  • Spread spinach mix down center of chicken breasts.
  • Roll up tightly; secure with toothpick.
  • Mix crumbs, cheese, and paprika.
  • Beat egg with water.
  • Dip each roll in egg, then crumbs.
  • Place, seam side down, in 13x9 baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Drizzle with butter.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350* for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 118.9, Sodium 457.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 28.7

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • For a crispier crust, brush the chicken with melted butter before baking.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can also cook the chicken in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese in the spinach dip filling. Mozzarella, cheddar, and feta are all great options.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Spinach dip stuffed chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of creamy spinach dip and tender chicken is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook.

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