Description
Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie is a delightful dish that brings together savory and sweet flavors in a stunning presentation. This recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy blend of Brie cheese, sautéed spinach, and sweet cranberries. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s both easy to prepare and impressive enough to wow your guests. The combination of ingredients not only makes it delicious but also nutritious, providing a wholesome meal full of flavor.
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
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast.
- Season the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted; let cool slightly.
- Mix sautéed spinach with dried cranberries and stuff each chicken pocket with the mixture and slices of Brie.
- Secure the pockets with toothpicks.
- Sear the stuffed breasts in an oven-safe skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Add chicken broth to the skillet and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg