Spinach and Feta Baked Chicken: A Juicy Flavor Explosion
Discover the delightful combination of spinach and feta cheese baked to perfection in tender chicken breasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, then remove from heat and stir in feta cheese and oregano.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach and feta mixture.
- Season the outside of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add sun-dried tomatoes or olives to the filling.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg