Elevate your weeknight dinner or impress your guests with these succulent chicken breasts, bursting with a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired filling. Feta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic mingle in a symphony of flavors, creating a dish that's both elegant and comforting. Prepare ahead for effortless entertaining!
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
35 g
Cholesterol
119 mg
Fiber
5 g
Protein
43 g
Saturated Fat
13 g
Sodium
1517 mg
Sugar
9 g
Fat
35 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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1 hrs
Marinate the Chicken (1 hour minimum, up to overnight): Place the pounded chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour in the Italian vinaigrette, ensuring each breast is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
02 Step
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10 mins
Prepare the Breadcrumb Topping (10 minutes): In a food processor, combine the torn stale bread, Parmesan cheese, thyme, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside.
03 Step
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15 mins
Make the Feta Filling (15 minutes): In a large bowl, gently combine the crumbled feta cheese and crème fraîche or sour cream. Set aside.
04 Step
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20 mins
Sauté the Vegetables (20 minutes): Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for another 2 minutes. Transfer the spinach mixture to a plate, leaving any liquid in the pan. Add the sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the mushrooms to the plate with the spinach. Let the vegetables cool slightly, then combine them with the feta and sour cream mixture.
05 Step
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35 mins
Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Chill (35 minutes): Gently stir the chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the feta-vegetable mixture. Spread the filling evenly onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up slightly (this will make it easier to roll the chicken).
06 Step
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5 mins
Preheat Oven (5 minutes): Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
07 Step
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30 mins
Assemble and Bake (30 minutes): Place the marinated chicken breasts on a clean baking sheet. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the chilled filling mixture into the center of each breast. Roll up the breasts, tucking in the sides as needed, and secure with toothpicks. Transfer the rolled chicken breasts to a lightly greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken. Drizzle lightly with additional Italian vinaigrette or olive oil.
08 Step
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25 mins
Bake (25 minutes): Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks before serving.
For a richer flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes that are packed in olive oil. Be sure to drain them well before chopping.
If you don't have stale bread, you can lightly toast fresh bread in a low oven until it's dried out.
To prevent the filling from leaking out, be sure to secure the chicken breasts tightly with toothpicks.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete and balanced meal.
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The combination of feta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes is simply divine. I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling for a little extra kick. Highly recommend!
Emery Price
Nov 1, 2024
My family loved this recipe! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it. I will definitely be making this again.
Anjali Kirlin
Feb 20, 2024
This recipe is a game-changer! The filling is so flavorful, and the chicken comes out incredibly moist. I made it for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it!
Coty Grant
Sep 21, 2023
I love how easy it is to prepare these ahead of time. I assembled the chicken breasts the night before and baked them the next day. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Kiera Erdman
Jan 2, 2025The combination of feta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes is simply divine. I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling for a little extra kick. Highly recommend!
Emery Price
Nov 1, 2024My family loved this recipe! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it. I will definitely be making this again.
Anjali Kirlin
Feb 20, 2024This recipe is a game-changer! The filling is so flavorful, and the chicken comes out incredibly moist. I made it for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it!
Coty Grant
Sep 21, 2023I love how easy it is to prepare these ahead of time. I assembled the chicken breasts the night before and baked them the next day. Perfect for busy weeknights!