Description
Succulent stuffed chicken with roasted red peppers, spinach, and mozzarella delivers Mediterranean flavors in one elegant dish. Juicy chicken breasts filled with melted cheese and aromatic vegetables promise a delightful meal you’ll savor with enthusiasm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken fillets
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Create a butterfly cut through each chicken fillet, gently slicing horizontally to open the meat like a delicate book without completely separating the pieces.
- Seasoning: Whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly massage the aromatic blend across both sides of the chicken, ensuring deep flavor infusion.
- Filling Composition: Blend chopped spinach, diced roasted red peppers, shredded mozzarella, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan. Gently combine ingredients, creating a vibrant and harmonious mixture.
- Assembly: Distribute the filling onto one side of each opened chicken fillet, carefully folding the meat to completely encase the ingredients. Secure the edges with toothpicks to prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
- Roasting: Position stuffed chicken in a baking dish and roast in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes. Confirm doneness by verifying the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For a golden finish, activate the broiler and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until the surface becomes crisp and bronzed.
Notes
- Butterfly Cutting Technique: Create a precise horizontal slice through chicken without separating, allowing maximum filling space and even cooking.
- Seasoning Massage Tip: Thoroughly rub spice blend into both chicken sides to ensure deep, comprehensive flavor penetration throughout the meat.
- Filling Distribution Strategy: Spread ingredients evenly, avoiding clumping to guarantee balanced taste in every bite and prevent potential cold spots during baking.
- Temperature Safety Check: Always verify chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature to eliminate harmful bacteria and ensure safe, perfectly cooked protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg