Cooking Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Begin by carefully cutting a slit in the side of each chicken breast about ¾ of the way through, creating a pocket without cutting all the way through. This will hold the delicious filling.

In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, softened cream cheese, shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of spices (Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes). Mix until well combined. Cream cheese is a key ingredient that adds creaminess to the filling.

Season both the top and bottom of the chicken breasts with a mixture of spices for added flavor. Then, spoon the spinach filling into the pockets of each chicken breast, guaranteeing that the filling is evenly distributed among all four breasts.

Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a 9x13-inch baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

For an optional finishing touch, you can broil the chicken for the last 5 minutes to achieve a golden brown color. Once done, let the chicken breasts rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Extra Tips:

When cooking this Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast, confirm that the filling is evenly distributed for consistent flavor across all servings.

You may also consider cutting the stuffed breasts in half to create more economical portions, yielding 8 servings.

Additionally, using an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature will help avoid food safety issues, verifying the chicken is fully cooked.

For an appealing presentation, allow some of the spinach filling to peek out from the chicken breasts. Enjoy your meal!