Description
Rolled chicken breast stuffed with creamy feta and fresh spinach is a delightful dish that combines savory flavors with an elegant presentation. This simple yet impressive recipe transforms ordinary chicken into a gourmet experience, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With tender chicken encasing a flavorful filling, each bite is a celebration of taste and aroma that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix spinach, feta, garlic, and pine nuts.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the spinach-feta mixture onto one edge of each breast and roll tightly.
- Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish; drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rolled chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg