Description
Juicy chicken breasts are transformed into a restaurant-worthy meal with a creamy spinach and artichoke filling. Perfectly seared and oven-baked to golden perfection, this dish is rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to prepare. It’s a flavorful blend of cheesy goodness and tender meat ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup cooked spinach, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped artichoke hearts, drained
Optional Topping:
- Extra mozzarella or Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo/sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, spinach, and artichokes. Mix well.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket. Season inside and outside with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each pocket with the filling. Secure with toothpicks or twine.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer skillet to the oven. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- In the last 3–5 minutes, top with extra cheese if desired and let it melt.
- Remove from oven, rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.