Description
Greek-inspired keto spanakopita showcases crispy phyllo-like layers with spinach and feta filling. Creamy cheese and herbed greens create a low-carb Mediterranean delight you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp plus ½ tsp (7 g) parmesan cheese
- 1 package (10 oz/283 g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) avocado oil or olive oil
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper, creating an optimal cooking surface for the chicken.
- Filling Creation: Thoroughly drain spinach and combine with cream cheese, feta, parmesan, onion powder, and garlic in a mixing bowl, blending until achieving a smooth, consistent texture.
- Chicken Preparation: Butterfly chicken breasts by creating a deep horizontal pocket, then make diagonal shallow cuts to enhance seasoning absorption and ensure even cooking.
- Stuffing Process: Carefully fill each chicken breast pocket with the spinach-cheese mixture, ensuring a compact and generous filling that reaches all corners of the pocket.
- Seasoning and Coating: Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts, then generously sprinkle with kosher salt, black pepper, dried parsley, and lemon zest to build layers of flavor.
- Roasting Method: Place stuffed chicken breasts on prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between pieces, and roast for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Finishing Touch: Activate broiler for 3-5 minutes to create a golden-brown, crispy exterior that adds visual appeal and textural contrast to the keto-friendly dish.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly drain spinach to prevent watery filling and ensure a rich, concentrated flavor.
- Cheese Blending Technique: Mix cheeses smoothly for a uniform, creamy texture that binds the filling perfectly.
- Chicken Preparation: Create even cuts and pockets to maximize flavor absorption and ensure consistent cooking.
- Golden Brown Finish: Use broiling as the final step to develop a crispy, appetizing exterior without overcooking the chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 382 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 92 mg