Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
A decadent dish of tender chicken breast filled with creamy Boursin cheese, fresh spinach, and a delightful blend of herbs and garlic. Perfect for an impressive dinner yet simple to prepare!
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (8-9 ounces each)
- 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 5.2-ounce package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for a hint of spice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and position the rack in the center of the oven.
- Carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast, ensuring not to slice completely through. Generously season all sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion until softened and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the baby spinach, stirring frequently until it wilts. Remove the skillet from heat but do not wash it.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened Boursin cheese, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and the spinach mixture.
- Evenly distribute the cheese filling among the chicken breasts. Secure the openings with two toothpicks per chicken breast to prevent excessive filling from escaping.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add the remaining olive oil. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 5 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the chicken, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Remove the toothpicks before plating, and spoon the flavorful pan juices over mashed potatoes or rice for a delectable finish.
Notes
- For optimal results, use chicken breasts weighing 8-9 ounces each. Larger cuts may require additional oven time and more mozzarella in the stuffing, while smaller cuts may result in leftover filling.
- Always use an instant-read thermometer to confirm the chicken has reached 165°F internally.
- If an oven-safe skillet isn’t available, transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish for the final baking step.