Arab Chicken and Spinach Stuffed with Cheese

18 Jan 2024

This healthy Arab inspired main dish features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of cheese, garlic, onions, and spinach. It's a delicious and nutritious choice for dinner.

Main Dish Arab Healthy

Medium 30 min 350 cal

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Carefully butterfly the chicken breast, creating a pocket for the stuffing. 3. In a bowl, mix together the crumbled cheese, minced garlic, chopped onion, and spinach leaves. Season with salt and pepper. 4. Stuff the chicken breast with the cheese and spinach mixture, then secure with toothpicks. 5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breast and sear until golden brown on all sides. 6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. 7. Remove the toothpicks and serve the Arab chicken and spinach stuffed with cheese with your favorite side dish or salad.

Ingredients

1 chicken breast 50g cheese (such as feta or mozzarella), crumbled 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 onion, finely chopped 1 cup spinach leaves Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil