Simple Baked Spinach Ricotta Chicken
A comforting yet healthy meal featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with creamy ricotta cheese and vibrant spinach.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Stuff a pocket into each chicken breast and generously fill with the ricotta mixture.
- Prepare a baking dish by placing the stuffed chicken in it, drizzling with olive oil, and sprinkling Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and golden.
- Enjoy your meal warm with desired sides.
Notes
For added flavor, include herbs like basil or oregano in the ricotta filling. This dish pairs well with garlic roasted potatoes or a fresh mixed green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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