Name: Juicy Spinach Cranberry Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (180–200 g / 6–7 oz each); 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (60 g / 2 oz); 1/2 cup dried cranberries (60 g / 2 oz); 1 cup shredded mozzarella or mild cheese (100 g / 3.5 oz); 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt (5 g); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2 g); 1 teaspoon paprika (2 g); 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (1 g); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)

Description

A tender baked chicken dish filled with savory spinach, sweet cranberries, and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (180–200 g / 6–7 oz each)
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (60 g / 2 oz)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (60 g / 2 oz)
1 cup shredded mozzarella or mild cheese (100 g / 3.5 oz)
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2 g)
1 teaspoon paprika (2 g)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (1 g)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
Sauté garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil, add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool slightly and mix with cranberries and cheese.
Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and season with spices.
Stuff each breast with the spinach mixture and secure if needed.
Sear chicken in remaining olive oil until lightly golden.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.
Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Avoid overfilling the chicken to prevent tearing.
Let the chicken rest before slicing for maximum juiciness.
Serve with vegetables, rice, or potatoes for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes