Description
Rolled Chicken with Feta & Spinach is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts wrapped around a creamy filling of feta cheese and fresh spinach. This comforting recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, offering a burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Easy to prepare, it makes for a visually stunning presentation that will impress your guests while evoking cherished family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix chopped spinach, crumbled feta, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Flatten each chicken breast to about half an inch thick using a meat mallet.
- Place a generous scoop of the filling onto each chicken breast and roll tightly; secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Arrange rolled chicken in a greased baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rolled chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg