Description
Savory garlic and herb keto stuffed chicken delights low-carb enthusiasts with rich, creamy cheese filling. Crispy exterior and tender meat make this protein-packed dish perfect for wellness-focused meal planners seeking delicious alternatives.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup (60 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp plus 0.5 tsp parmesan cheese
- 1 package (10 oz or 283 g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.25 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly oil a baking dish with avocado or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Filling Creation: Blend thawed spinach, cream cheese, feta, parmesan, onion powder, garlic, lemon zest, sea salt, black pepper, and dried parsley into a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Chicken Modification: Carefully slice a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast, avoiding cutting completely through the meat.
- Stuffing Process: Generously fill chicken pockets with the spinach-cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the cavity.
- Baking Setup: Arrange stuffed chicken breasts in a single layer, drizzle with additional oil, and loosely cover with aluminum foil to maintain moisture.
- Cooking: Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), using a meat thermometer to verify doneness.
- Resting: Let chicken rest 3-5 minutes after removing from oven to redistribute juices and enhance flavor before serving.
Notes
- Mastering Moisture: Drizzle oil over chicken to keep meat juicy and prevent drying out during baking.
- Precision Pocketing: Slice chicken breasts carefully without cutting through, creating an even cavity for maximum filling distribution.
- Temperature Triumph: Always use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- Resting Rewards: Let chicken rest 3-5 minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each bite remains tender and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg