
Chicken breasts filled with a creamy, garlicky spinach and lettuce mixture, then baked to perfection.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Create a deep pocket.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add spinach and lettuce to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach and lettuce mixture with cream cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the spinach and lettuce mixture. Pack firmly.
Sprinkle the stuffed chicken breasts with paprika (if using).
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition per serving (220g)
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before stuffing to ensure even cooking.
You can add other vegetables to the stuffing, such as mushrooms or bell peppers.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.
For a dairy free version, use a dairy free cream cheese alternative.
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