Description
Bring restaurant-style flavor home with this irresistible Roasted Red Pepper Spinach Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken. It’s a savory, juicy, and elegant main dish that combines the richness of gooey cheese, the earthy flavor of spinach, and the sweet tang of roasted red peppers. Perfect for a quick dinner, easy meal prep, or special weekend meal, this easy recipe delivers gourmet taste with minimal effort. If you’re searching for weeknight dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, or family-friendly food ideas, this one checks every box.
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh spinach (lightly sautéed)
1/2 cup roasted red peppers (drained and chopped)
3/4 cup shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Toothpicks or kitchen twine, for securing
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté spinach in a pan with a bit of olive oil until wilted. Mix it in a bowl with chopped roasted red peppers and mozzarella.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket. Season both inside and outside with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Stuff each pocket with the spinach mixture. Use toothpicks or twine to secure the edges.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sear the stuffed chicken in a hot oven-safe skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Remove toothpicks or twine before serving. Spoon over pan juices and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner