Ingredients
– 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Spinach Artichoke Chicken with Cottage Cheese is easy when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Sear Chicken: In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, cottage cheese, and half of the mozzarella. Mix well to incorporate.
5. Fill the Chicken: Place the filling into the pocket of each chicken breast, ensuring to pack it gently but firmly. If needed, secure with toothpicks.
6. Bake: Return the stuffed chicken to the skillet. Top each chicken breast with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
7. Cook in Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
8. Garnish: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley for an added touch of color.
9. Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
With these straightforward steps, you’ll have a delectable meal ready to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 45g