SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

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Combining spinach and chicken in one dish is a favorite standby for country cooks. The addition of ricotta and Parmesan cheeses makes this chicken extraordinary.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 chicken breast halves (bone in)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Additional salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter and 1 tablespoon oil until tender. Add spinach; cook until heated through and any moisture has evaporated. Remove from the heat; cool. Stir in cheeses, basil, salt and pepper. Loosen skin on one side of each chicken breast. Place 1/3 cup filling under skin; place chicken with filling side up in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with thyme and salt. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

Sudip ydv
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This recipe is a great way to save money on your grocery bill. The chicken is a relatively inexpensive cut of meat and the spinach is a very affordable vegetable. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a budget-friendly meal option.


Harymah Naddamba
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This recipe is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet. The spinach stuffing is packed with nutrients and the chicken is a lean protein. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a healthy meal option.


Hasan Hosen
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I made this recipe for a healthy dinner option and it was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach stuffing was flavorful and light. I would definitely make this again for a healthy dinner option.


Simba Wu
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the spinach stuffing is flavorful and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a dinner party.


Md Al-Amin Islam
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a hit. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Chadnan Bhatti
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual chicken dinner routine. The spinach stuffing adds a lot of flavor and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Hassan Computer
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I made this recipe for my picky eater and he loved it! He ate the whole thing and even asked for seconds. I would definitely make this again for him.


Sinthya Islam Snaha
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This recipe is a great way to meal prep for the week. I made a double batch of the chicken and froze half of it for later. It's a great way to have a healthy meal on hand when I'm short on time.


Elouse Volmink
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the chicken and the spinach stuffing. I would definitely make this again for a potluck.


Linda Peters
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I had some leftover spinach from a salad and I used it to make the stuffing for this recipe. It turned out great!


Bryan Lowhorn
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this recipe. The spinach stuffing was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Minhaz Ahamed
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I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best chicken he's ever had. The spinach stuffing was also delicious.


MD ROSUL
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the spinach stuffing and they didn't even realize they were eating spinach.


Sheraz Kham
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the spinach stuffing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at a party.


Booboo Adams
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This was my first time making stuffed chicken breasts and they turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and tender, and the spinach stuffing was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Bhoj Dhami
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing is so delicious. I love that this recipe is healthy and easy to make.


MD. Tamim
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and tender, and the spinach stuffing was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy meal.


Mazie Hazie
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach stuffing was so tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Honey Rajpoot
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.