Spinach Artichoke Chicken with Cottage Cheese
Spinach Artichoke Chicken with Cottage Cheese is a delightful dish that elevates the classic combination of spinach and artichokes into a savory, creamy treat. This recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a luscious filling of cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and artichoke hearts, baked to perfection for a satisfying meal that your family will love. In just 40 minutes, you can prepare a nutritious and flavorful dinner that impresses at any gathering. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is versatile enough to be served alone or alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, spinach, artichokes, garlic, and parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through. Stuff generously with the filling mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish and place the stuffed chicken inside. Drizzle more olive oil on top and season as desired.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (155g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg