Description
Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a vibrant filling of fresh spinach, tart cranberries, and creamy brie cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. With its beautiful presentation and rich flavors, this dish not only satisfies the palate but also makes for an Instagram-worthy dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 8 oz brie cheese, cubed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant (1 minute). Add spinach until wilted, then stir in cranberries.
- Remove from heat and mix in brie until slightly melted. Stuff each chicken breast pocket generously with the filling.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg