This easy stuffed chicken breast recipe is going to be a new low carb family favorite! The cream cheese and Parmesan add a ton of flavor to this spinach stuffed chicken and the whole recipe is super quick to prepare.
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You guys. We had a break through yesterday.
My sweet, lovely daughter – the 13 year old – is not much for vegetables.
I mean, this is probably pretty normal and I try to remember that I also did not eat vegetables as a child and I survived. I still keep trying to push the veggies though.
Yesterday, for dinner, I told her we were having chicken. Cheese stuffed chicken breast, to be exact.
I left out the fact that there was spinach lurking in the cheese. She’s not blind, so she totally saw it in there but just went with it.
You guys. She ate that entire piece of chicken. Alongside a serving of pan fried Brussels sprouts. Like, woah.
Progress.
Anyway, I now believe that this baked stuffed chicken breast recipe is magic. It’s also easy and delicious and you’re going to love it!
How To Make This Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast:
You’re going to start by mixing up your spinach filling. You’ll want some cream cheese, Parmesan, a little mayo, chopped spinach, and seasonings. Basic stuff, friends.
Mix that all together in a small bowl and then set it aside.
Grab a pack of boneless, skinless chicken breasts. The filling should be the perfect amount for 4 breasts.
Season the chicken breasts and then take a sharp knife cut a little pocket in one side of the chicken. I do this by placing one hand on top of the chicken to hold it steady and then using a sharp knife to slice halfway through the breast, like you would do if you were butterflying it, but stopping about halfway into the chicken.
Watch my video below to see this step if it sounds tricky. It really is easy, promise.
Now just start spooning that spinach filling into the little pocket in your chicken!
Bake these for 25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
This cream cheese stuffed chicken breast recipe is perfect for your keto diet.
I could pretty much live on cream cheese and it’s kind of perfect for keto. So low in carbs and high in fat with little protein.
The spinach is a great way to get some potassium in. I’m a stickler for staying on top of my electrolytes. I can always feel it when they get out of whack and it just ruins my whole day. Nobody needs to walk around feeling like they’re going to faint any minute, you know?
Do you guys watch your electrolytes pretty closely while following a keto lifestyle? It’s so important!
This baked stuffed chicken breast recipe is ready in just 35 minutes!
Okay, friends. I’m including a video below to show you just how easy this spinach stuffed chicken is!
I hope you guys give this a try and let me know what you and your family thinks. I hope it’s a big hit.
Other recipes you might like:
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken – this one is wrapped in bacon, so you know it’s amazing.
Broccoli Salad – this one is packed with cheddar and bacon!
Broccoli Cheese Casserole – if you love cheesy casseroles, this is a side dish you don’t want to miss!
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry – low carb and so good!
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Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tesapoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and drizzle with oil.
- Add the paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to a small bowl and stir to combine. Sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Set chicken aside.
- Add cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt to a small mixing bowl and stir well to combine.
- Spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast evenly.
- Place the chicken breasts in a 9×13 baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
Carolina Soto says
What size are these chicken breasts for nutritional info?
Karly Campbell says
I believe the nutrition is based off of a 5-6 ounce breast.
Christine says
I have made this many times and always use whatever I have itโs great with the garlic herb cream cheese or the roulette cheese I also add sundries tomatoes!! Easy and an absolute favorite
Shellie Mitchell says
Has anyone added shrimp to this recipe?
Mike Paxton says
Wrap it in bacon! I wrapped it in a piece of bacon cut in half. I I crossed the top of the chicken breast with each half of the bacon in a x pattern and secured it with a toothpick. It was delicious!
Denise says
Do you cook the fresh spinach first? Last time I used frozen, cooked and squeezed of all water.
Karly Campbell says
No, we don’t cook the spinach first.
Regina Albano says
It was delicious! I added ricotta and topped it with provolone right before I removed it from the oven. Even though I pounded the chicken, it still needed 10 more mins in the oven. Thank you for the delicious, gluten free recipe!
Jill says
Just found this yummy sounding recipe! The chicken I have on hand is very thin and not suitable for stuffing. Do you think I could make/heat the “stuffing” mixture in a saucepan and use as a topping instead?
Karly Campbell says
Hi Jill! I’d probably just spread it on top of the chicken. Its basically just spinach dip. ๐
Karly Campbell says
Sorry- that wasn’t super clear. Spread it on top of the chicken before baking. Haven’t tried this though, but I think this one will be hard to mess up.
Melody says
I’m a fan of low carb/keto but my husband is a “low cal” guy. Do you think there’d be a way to keep the spinach dip yummy but lower the calories?
Karly Campbell says
You could use low fat dairy products, but keep an eye on the carb count. Some of the low fat/fat free stuff sneaks in sugar to make up for the lack of fat.
Lisa Paps says
This was delicious. I added a slice of Lorraine Cheese to the inside. I used chicken cutlets and adjusted cooking time. I will definitely make again
Megan says
It doesnโt say anywhere in here (unless I missed it) what temp to bake at!?
Karly Campbell says
Step 1 – Preheat oven to 375. ๐
Peggy Ealy says
I Love spinach bread dip so I was wondering if you could just make it and stuff the chicken?
Karly Campbell says
Yep, should work fine!
Sherri Hawkins says
Fantastic!!! 5 stars!!! Will be cooking this often!
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Sherri!
Kim says
Great recipe! I added prosciutto to the outside of the chicken breasts I also cooked it for 30 min at 285. Turned out really well. Thanks for the recipe!
Kim says
Well I meant 385….definitely not 285
Emily says
Hey! I’m excited to try this recipe, but I cannot stand the taste of Mayonnaise. Lol, any suggestions for a substitute or can I just skip adding it? Would it hurt the recipe by not having it? I’m not really a cook so, I’m always following recipes to the T.
Karly Campbell says
Hi Emily! We haven’t tested this without mayo. Sour cream may work, but I can’t say for sure. ๐
Erin says
I almost wonder if ricotta would be a good substitute
Karly Campbell says
Yes, probably, but I haven’t tested it. It’d just be extra cheesy. ๐
Tamira says
What sides do you serve with it?
Autumn says
What would be a good side??
Karly Campbell says
We usually go with something light, like steamed veggies and a salad. We have loads of side dishes that you can look through though.
Kendale says
I only have frozen spinach – would I use the same amount and how do you think itโll change the taste?
Karly Campbell says
Hi Kendale! I haven’t tried this with frozen spinach, but I would thaw it before using so you can drain out any excess liquid. Not sure how/if it will change the taste.
Tara says
Did you end up trying this with frozen spinach? Iโm in the same situation
Dan says
This is my second time making this recipe. I only use 3 breasts because the local butcher only seems to have huge chicken breasts. The filling is perfect for the 3 larger breasts. I have to bake a little longer due to their size, but they come out wonderful. Thanks so much for this great recipe
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Dan!
Karen Parris says
Can you make this then freeze it for later
Karly Campbell says
Yes, it should freeze great.
Cecilia says
I have a question! My oven broke and the only other โoven โ I have is a toaster oven . Do you think it can still cook throughly in that?
Karly Campbell says
Hi Cecilia! I’m really not sure – we don’t really use a toaster oven. If you’ve cooked other chicken dishes in it, then I don’t see why this would be any different though.
JENNIFER BILLIS-GEHRKE says
Anything that you can bake in a regular oven you can bake in a toaster oven as long as the pan fits inside.
Linda Kasinska says
do you think i could swap cream cheese for ricotta? ๐
Karly Campbell says
Yes, probably. ๐
Kaylen Lagrimas says
Yes ! Itโs perfect and add some parmesan cheese to the spinach mixture and put mozzarella on top before baking
Brenda says
Omg! I made this for supper tonight. I was out of garlic and borrowed some from my neighbour promising her a plate when it was done. I served it over egg noodles. Well it was a huge success! Awesome recipe!
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Brenda!
Ryan says
What kind of cream cheese the stuff for a cake or a bagel ????
Karly Campbell says
We use the brick of cream cheese.
Arlene Walker says
I made this meal for my family and added shrimp on top the last 5 minutes. My family enjoyed it. The chicken so juicy and tender.