Description
Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. Juicy chicken breasts are generously filled with a savory mixture of crumbled feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and herbs, creating a meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe is easy to customize based on what you have at home, ensuring a satisfying experience every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Carefully slice each chicken breast to create pockets.
- In a bowl, mix together the feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, oregano, and pine nuts.
- Generously stuff each chicken breast with the filling and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; drizzle with pan juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg