Florentine Stuffed Chicken

Florentine Stuffed Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    363

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!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    154 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    55 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    878 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    26 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach, Parmesan cheese, and chopped onion. Mix well until thoroughly incorporated. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 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)

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Recipe View 5 mins Place the stuffed chicken breasts into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Evenly coat each breast with spaghetti sauce. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 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)

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Recipe View 5 mins 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)

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Recipe View 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.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 121 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Sarina Oreilly

    I 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

    This 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

    Easy to follow and the result was fantastic! I served it with some roasted vegetables and it was a complete meal.

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