Description
Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy brie, sweet-tart cranberries, and vibrant spinach. This culinary masterpiece is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With each bite, experience a burst of flavor that will impress your family and friends, leaving them craving more. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this mouthwatering recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 8 oz brie cheese, cut into chunks
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice chicken breasts open to create pockets without cutting all the way through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, then stir in dried cranberries.
- Remove from heat and fold in brie cheese and pine nuts if using.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the mixture and secure with toothpicks.
- Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg