Cheesy Spinach Chicken (Print)
Soft chicken breasts stuffed with a rich combo of spinach, feta, cream cheese, and mozzarella, flavored with fragrant seasonings.
# Ingredients:
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4 tablespoons olive oil.
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1 teaspoon salt.
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4 ounces spinach, chopped fresh.
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika.
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1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder.
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4 skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds).
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1 teaspoon ground cumin.
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2 ounces mozzarella, shredded.
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4 ounces soft cream cheese.
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2 ounces feta, crumbled.
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, stir together cumin, chili powder, salt, and paprika. Set this aside to season later.
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Combine cream cheese, feta, shredded mozzarella, and spinach in a bowl. Mash everything together until it turns into a thick paste.
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Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into one side of each chicken breast. Be careful not to slice all the way through.
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Divide the cheese-spinach mixture equally into four portions. Stuff each chicken pocket with the filling and secure with toothpicks.
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Brush the chicken with olive oil, sprinkle the spice mixture over it, and bake in a 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes.
# Notes:
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Store covered in the fridge for 3-4 days.
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Add a splash of water when warming up to keep things moist.
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Keep the filling thick so it stays put during cooking.