Description
Indulge in a culinary delight with Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie. This elegant dish features tender chicken breasts filled with a vibrant mixture of sautéed spinach, tart cranberries, and creamy Brie cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe balances savory and sweet flavors that will impress your guests. It’s also simple enough for novice cooks, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious.
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, and dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast; 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 breast with the spinach mixture and Brie; secure with toothpicks.
- Sear in an oven-safe skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet; 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 (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 95mg