Description
Prepare to be delighted by the mouthwatering combination of cranberries, spinach, and creamy brie in these Cranberry and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts. This recipe is a true flavor explosion, perfect for impressing your family and friends at any occasion. With its beautiful presentation and irresistible taste, this dish is sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cup fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 4 ounce brie cheese, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
- Garlic powder and fresh thyme (optional)
- Toothpicks (optional for securing)
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish. Carefully butterfly each chicken breast by slicing through the middle without cutting all the way through.
2. Open each butterflied chicken breast and layer the spinach, cranberries, and brie cheese inside. Fold the chicken breast closed and secure with toothpicks if needed.
3. Rub the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and fresh thyme (if using).
4. For extra flavor, you can sear the stuffed chicken breasts in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side before baking.
5. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
6. While the chicken is baking, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a small saucepan. Warm the glaze over low heat until it’s slightly thickened.
7. Brush the warm glaze over the baked chicken breasts just before serving. Enjoy the sweet-savory goodness of these Cranberry and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie!
Notes
These Cranberry and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie pair beautifully with a variety of side dishes such as roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus or green beans, a fresh garden salad with a light vinaigrette, herb-roasted vegetables (such as carrots, Brussels sprouts, or butternut squash), or wild rice or quinoa pilaf.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg