Best 2 Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipes

Spinach ricotta stuffed chicken breasts are a delightful and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are stuffed with a mixture of spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. The chicken breasts are then baked in the oven until they are cooked through and the filling is melted and gooey. This dish can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

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SPINACH RICOTTA-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

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This is an adopted recipe originally posted by MeanChef. I have left it unchanged it is just as he originally posted it. When I discovered this wonderful recipe online, I hadn't yet discovered Zaar. It was months later I found Recipezaar and nearly a year later when I realized our favourite stuffed chicken breasts, that we often serve at dinner parties, was in fact a Zaar recipe. When I reviewed this in April '04 I mentioned that I often like to serve it with fresh tomato and basil sauce.

Provided by Ninna

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 chicken breasts (about 2 1/2 pound)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch nutmeg
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
Stuffing: In large skillet, heat butter over medium heat; cook onion and garlic stirring often, for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened.
Add spinach, parsley and basil; cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes or until spinach wilts and moisture evaporates.
Let cool completely.
In bowl, mix spinach mixture, ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, egg yolk, salt, nutmeg and pepper.
Using sharp knife, bone chicken, leaving skin attached.
Gently loosen skin from 1 long side of each breast, leaving skin attached at curved side.
Stuff about 1/4 cup (50 mL) stuffing under skin, pressing to spread evenly.
Tuck ends of skin and meat underneath.
Place on greased rack in foil-lined pan.
Brush with butter.
Bake in oven, basting occasionally, for about 35 minutes or until golden and chicken is no longer pink inside.

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH SPINACH AND RICOTTA

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This is a colorful and delicious way to doctor up simple chicken breasts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 12 ounces each)
Roasted Plum Tomatoes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Drain spinach; transfer to a large bowl.
Add ricotta, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; stir well to combine. Set filling aside.
Place a chicken breast on a clean work surface. With your fingers, loosen the skin; place a quarter of the filling underneath the skin of the breast. With one hand on top of chicken and the other keeping opening closed, press filling evenly to edges. Repeat with remaining breasts and filling. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Place on a rimmed baking sheet; roast until chicken is cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. If you like, scatter the tomatoes on the same baking sheet around the chicken. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 64 g

Tips:

For a crispy breading, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
To add more flavor to the chicken, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before cooking.
If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check if the chicken is cooked by cutting into the thickest part of the breast. The chicken is done when the juices run clear.
Serve the chicken with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Spinach-ricotta stuffed chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a crispy breading, tender chicken, and flavorful spinach-ricotta filling, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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