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Spinach and Goat Cheese Hasselback Chicken

Juicy Spinach and Goat Cheese Hasselback Chicken Delight

This Spinach and Goat Cheese Hasselback Chicken is a quick and healthy weeknight dinner option that promises to impress with minimal effort.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Offers ease of preparation and are perfect for stuffing.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Provides moisture and flavor.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Nutrient-packed greens.
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Creamy and tangy.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Juicy sweetness.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Added for robust flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Contributes depth to the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Infuses earthy notes.
  • to taste Salt Key to elevating overall taste.
  • to taste Pepper Key to elevating overall taste.
Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Adds freshness and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Knife
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
  2. Using a sharp knife, make several deep cuts into each chicken breast, about 1 inch apart, ensuring not to slice all the way through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped fresh spinach, crumbled goat cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes; mix until well-distributed.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Gently stuff each cut in the chicken with the filling, pressing it in gently.
  6. Place the stuffed chicken in the baking dish and drizzle remaining olive oil over the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Remove from the oven, allow to rest for about 5 minutes, then prepare fresh basil for garnish.
  8. Slice the chicken carefully and arrange it on a plate, garnishing with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for flavor before preparing and ensure it rests before slicing for juicy and tender results.

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