Spinach stuffed chicken

 

 This simple stuffed chicken breast recipe will quickly become a low-carb family favorite! The cream cheese and Parmesan add a lot of flavor to this spinach-stuffed chicken, and the whole thing comes together quickly.

 

4 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

1 teaspoon 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

 

Warm up the oven to 375°F.

Drizzle the chicken breasts with oil and place them on a cutting board.

In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle on both sides of the chicken.

Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast with a sharp knife. Set aside the chicken.

In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper, and the remaining 12 teaspoon of salt.

Spoon the spinach mixture evenly into each chicken breast.

Fill a 9x13 baking dish halfway with chicken breasts. Bake for 25-30 minutes, uncovered, or until chicken is cooked through.