Cottage Cheese Spinach Chicken

Cottage Cheese Spinach Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    451

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this succulent chicken dish! Tender chicken breasts are generously stuffed with a creamy, flavorful mixture of cottage cheese and vibrant spinach, infused with a zesty Cajun kick, and baked to golden perfection.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    8 g
  • Cholesterol
    92 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    37 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    1110 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Thoroughly squeeze out any excess water from the thawed spinach. In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach with the chopped onion and cottage cheese. Mix well to ensure even distribution. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with the Cajun seasoning, pressing it gently to adhere. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Place the chicken breasts on a clean work surface. Divide the cottage cheese and spinach mixture into four equal portions. Carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each pocket with one portion of the spinach mixture. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Secure each stuffed chicken breast with 2-3 toothpicks to prevent the filling from escaping during baking. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the stuffed chicken breasts. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The juices should run clear when pierced with a fork. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove the toothpicks before serving. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider browning the chicken breasts in a skillet before stuffing and baking.
Add a pinch of garlic powder or red pepper flakes to the spinach mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve the stuffed chicken with a side of roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete and balanced meal.
To ensure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 150 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Remington Treutel

    This recipe was surprisingly easy and delicious! My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.

  • Merle Douglas

    The Cajun seasoning gives the chicken a wonderful kick. I added a little garlic powder to the spinach mixture, as suggested, and it was perfect!

  • Olaf Ortiz

    I was a bit skeptical about the cottage cheese, but it actually made the chicken so moist and flavorful. Great recipe!

  • Alexandra Brown

    I had trouble keeping the filling inside the chicken breasts, even with the toothpicks. Next time, I might try searing the chicken first to help seal it.

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