Description
Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie is a culinary delight that effortlessly combines savory and sweet flavors, perfect for impressing family or guests. This dish features tender chicken breasts filled with a sumptuous mixture of sautéed spinach, tart cranberries, and rich Brie cheese, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, this recipe is not only easy to follow but also healthy, thanks to the nutritious ingredients. Serve it alongside fresh salads or hearty grains to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 4 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut pockets into the chicken breasts and season inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted; mix with cranberries.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling and slices of Brie. Secure with toothpicks.
- Sear in an oven-safe skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Add chicken broth and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 180g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg