Description
Cranberry Spinach Goat Cheese Chicken is a delightful and savory dish that combines the flavors of spinach, dried cranberries, and creamy goat cheese stuffed inside tender chicken breasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a deep pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, dried cranberries, goat cheese, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Stuff each chicken breast generously with the spinach and cranberry mixture, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with honey if using for a subtle sweet glaze. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fresh and thawed if previously frozen for optimal flavor.
- Feel free to add other herbs such as basil or parsley for additional flavor.
- Pair with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg