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.
Herma Keith says
I just seen this recipe and it looks delicious! I am definitely going to try this. I just joined the email club so keep the email coming. Keep the recipe coming. I would love to keep cooking your food. Thank you!
Karly Campbell says
Welcome, Herma! So glad you’re enjoying the recipes!
Jennifer Nevers says
This was AMAZING!
Kate says
Cant wait to try it tonight! I just realized I ran out of mayo, do you think i could substitute with sourcream?
Karly Campbell says
I’m sure it’ll change the flavor a bit, but it should still work out fine. ๐
MC says
Do you have any suggestions for making this ahead of time and reheating?
Karly Campbell says
If you’re wanting to make the full batch ahead, I’d recommend stuffing the chicken, refrigerating, and then baking just before serving. Otherwise, we just reheat it in the microwave as needed and it works fine. I’m not a big meal prepper though so not sure if there is a better method. ๐
Sheri says
I had chicken breasts with a “use by day” of today. I had most of the other ingredients you suggested (and some simple swaps for those you didn’t). I can see why folks love this. I thinking I will do some kind of pork rind topping on it next time as this was lacking in texture. Otherwise it was yum
Koren Norton says
Sheri… you made me laugh… I’m glad it still turned out okay
Dianna says
Made the Spinach Stuffed Chicken today. It turned out good the flavor of the spinach mixture was good could hav added a little bit more pepper flakes. Will I try it again yes.
This was one day I needed to be banned from the kitchen.
I used frozen chicken, the pieces should have been size that was called for, there was small pieces so I laid it stuffing side up, went to take piece from oven it broke into fell between the oven door, got stuffing on raider of oven and side, burnt my finger twice. Ate a piece of chicken next time I will make it, because it is a good recipe. I used what was here at home next time will be so much better. Now to clean the ovenโฆ.
Koren Norton says
Funny Dianna
Kelly Stiles says
So easy and so good. We made as directed but cut in half since it’s just 2 of us. Made stove top chicken stuffing with mixed veggies. Had some filling left over so I made a few mushrooms stuffed with left over filling and sprinkled crushed butter crackers
Karly Campbell says
Sounds like a delicious meal!
Victoria Nihiser says
Just wondering if I can use frozen spinach in this recipe
Karly Campbell says
We’ve only made this with fresh, so I’m not sure.
Stephanie says
Delicious! This spinach dip stuffed chicken was a huge hit, even my teenage kids loved it. Fast, easy to prepare, great recipe, thank you.
Karly Campbell says
So glad you all enjoyed it, Stephanie!
Lynn says
So easy to make and really tasty!!!! Thanks for the great recipe!
Bo says
Just made this and omg itโs delicious! Thanks for the recipe itโs my go to for now on. Definitely a 5 star
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Bo!
Andrea says
Doesn’t the chicken come out completely dry when baked like this in the oven? It looks delicious in the picture.
Karly Campbell says
No, not at all. I’m not sure why you think it would, but it comes out great.
Theresa Tongson says
The mayonnaise helps keep it moist.
Sarah Dodson says
This was super super good! I made it tonight along with some roasted asparagus and WOWโฆ my oldest daughter who is 7 went back for thirds lol.. my 2 and 4 year old loved it as well as my husband. Definitely one of my favorite recipes! I promise you this recipe will not disappoint!
Karly Campbell says
So glad to hear you enjoyed it so much!
Stephanie Collins says
I havenโt tried it yet but Iโm wondering if you can freeze it?
Karly Campbell says
I havenโt frozen these myself, but I think they would freeze well. Iโd freeze before baking.
Amy says
As mentioned in a review, cut the breasts in half. I then pounded then stuffed with the mix. Husband asked for seconds!
Cathy says
I loved this recipe! So good!
Karly Campbell says
Glad you enjoyed it! ๐
Fiona D says
Such a simple yet tasty recipe !
Karly Campbell says
Happy to hear you enjoyed it! ๐
Jackie says
Delicious!
Marls says
Made this and my family loved it!! Will make it againโค๏ธโค๏ธ
Karly Campbell says
So happy to hear that!
Sharon Hott says
I have made this many times since I first saw this recipe. I do one thing differently that does not alter the recipe. I cut two chicken breasts in half so instead of two breasts, I have four. The meat is thinner and cooks more evenly. My family loves this recipe.thank you.
Lisa Andrade says
Thanks for the great tip.
Evangelina says
I’ve made this recipe many times and it never gets old, so tasty!
Karly Campbell says
Love to hear that!
Cassi says
We made this recipe exactly ingredient-wise just instead of stuffing I butterflied the chicken breasts and kind of just spread the mixture on and folded the breast back over. Much easier, same effect. THEY WERE DELICIOUS. My husband said “top 3 pieces of chicken I’ve ever eaten”!
Karly Campbell says
Love to hear that these were such a hit! ๐
Kim says
Made this tonight and I accidentally for the minced garlicโฆbut it was so good. Next time I wonโt forget. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe.
Karly Campbell says
So glad you enjoyed it even without the garlic!