St￭ Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup spinach, cooked and drained
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, spinach, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
3. Use a sharp knife to butterfly the chicken breasts, making a pocket for the filling. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with about ¼ of the filling, then secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the st￭ chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
8. Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve!

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