Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this Healthy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a savory blend of earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and creamy cheeses, creating a dish that’s both nutritious and flavorful. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress with its rich aromas and mouthwatering taste, making it an instant favorite around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh mixed mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 4 oz low-fat cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped mushrooms; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Stir in spinach until wilted, then mix in cream cheese and Parmesan until well combined.
- Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap; pound gently to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Spoon the mushroom filling onto each breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg