Florentine Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your dinner with this impressive yet approachable Florentine Stuffed Chicken. Juicy, bone-in chicken breasts are generously filled with a savory mixture of spinach, parmesan, and onion, then baked in a rich tomato sauce until golden and bubbling. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that even spinach skeptics will adore!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
17 g
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Cholesterol
154 mg
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Fiber
5 g
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Protein
55 g
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Saturated Fat
8 g
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Sodium
878 mg
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Sugar
9 g
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Fat
26 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach, Parmesan cheese, and chopped onion. Mix well until thoroughly incorporated. (5 minutes)
03 Step
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10 mins
Carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast between the skin and the meat, being careful not to puncture the skin completely. Stuff approximately 1/4 of the spinach mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast. (10 minutes)
04 Step
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Place the stuffed chicken breasts into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Evenly coat each breast with spaghetti sauce. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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35 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (35 minutes)
06 Step
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Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (5 minutes)
07 Step
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Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite pasta or a simple side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
For a richer flavor, consider adding a clove of minced garlic to the spinach mixture.
Ensure the spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent watery stuffing.
If you prefer boneless, skinless chicken breasts, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can add a touch of heat to the dish.
Fresh spinach can be used in place of frozen. Sauté until wilted before mixing with other ingredients.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.1/ 5 ( 121 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Sarina Oreilly
Mar 14, 2025I was skeptical about the spinach, but it was surprisingly delicious. I used boneless chicken breasts and reduced the cooking time. Will definitely make again!
Blair Dubuque
Mar 15, 2024This recipe was a huge hit! My family devoured it. I added a little garlic to the spinach mixture, as suggested, and it was perfect!
Hosea Douglas
Jan 5, 2024Easy to follow and the result was fantastic! I served it with some roasted vegetables and it was a complete meal.