Feta-Stuffed Chicken Delight on Spinach Bed 🍗🥗

Cooking Light’s Feta-Stuffed Chicken Recipe 🍗🥗

Overview:

Name: Cooking Light’s Feta-Stuffed Chicken
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Description: Feta-stuffed chicken nestled on a bed of vibrant spinach salad. A sophisticated yet healthy dish from Cooking Light’s 5-Star Recipes. 🌟🍽️
Recipe Category: One-Dish Meal
Keywords: Chicken, Spinach, Poultry, Greens, Vegetable, Meat, Spring, Summer, Winter, < 60 Mins, Oven

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 188.7
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 1.2g
• Cholesterol: 72.6mg
• Sodium: 216.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 6.6g
• Fiber: 0.9g
• Sugar: 1.1g
• Protein: 25.8g

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chicken:

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   • Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap.
   • Flatten to 1/4″ thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

2. Stuff Chicken:

   • Dredge chicken in breadcrumbs.
   • Spoon 1 tablespoon of feta cheese onto each piece of chicken.
   • Fold chicken in half to encase the cheese.

3. Bake Chicken:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Place folded breast halves in an 8″ square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
   • Drizzle melted margarine over the chicken.

4. Cook Chicken:

   • Bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

5. Prepare Salad:

   • While chicken is baking, combine spinach and torn basil leaves in a large mixing bowl.
   • Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar.
   • Season with pepper to taste.
   • Toss the salad ingredients together until well coated.

6. Serve:

   • Once the chicken is done, place each chicken breast on a bed of the prepared spinach salad.
   • Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper if desired.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful, healthy meal! 🥗🍴

Recipe Notes:

• Fresh Basil: If you have fresh basil on hand, tear a few leaves and toss them with the spinach for added flavor.
• Cheese Options: While feta cheese adds a tangy flavor, you can also experiment with goat cheese or shredded mozzarella.
• Salad Variation: Feel free to add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or toasted pine nuts to the spinach salad for extra texture and flavor.
• Serving Suggestions: This dish pairs beautifully with a side of crusty bread or a light quinoa salad for a more substantial meal. 🥖🥗

Chef’s Tips:

• To ensure the chicken cooks evenly, try to maintain a consistent thickness when pounding it.
• For a golden-brown crust on the chicken, you can lightly brush the tops with olive oil before baking.
• Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after baking to lock in the juices before serving.

Cooking Light’s Feta-Stuffed Chicken is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors. With tender chicken enveloping creamy feta, served atop a bed of fresh spinach and basil salad, every bite is a symphony of tastes and textures. 🎶✨ Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser every time. Indulge in the goodness of this elegant dish, and let it become a staple in your recipe collection! 🍽️✨