Full of wonderful Italian flavors thanks to herbs and sundried tomatoes, this super high-protein main dish can be paired perfectly with a side of rice or potatoes for extra carbs.
Makes: 4 servings
Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (267g)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Facts: 229 calories / 8.5g carbs / 47.5g protein / 5g fat
Ingredients:
- 4 large (756g) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup (190g) frozen spinach (drained)
- ½ cup (56g) “Athenos” crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup (28g) sun dried tomatoes (diced)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prep the chicken by slicing each breast horizontally, creating a pocket, being careful not to cut chicken all the way through.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and pepper and season the chicken by rubbing the seasoning on both sides.
- In a medium bowl, combine the spinach, feta cheese, sun dried tomatoes, basil, oregano and remaining ½ teaspoon salt.
- Stuff the spinach and feta mixture inside each chicken breast. You can secure them in place with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Sear each chicken breast on each side for about 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite vegetable and/or grain. Macros not included.