Ingredients
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1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
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1 cup shredded fontina cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
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2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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4 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus wedges for serving
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir spinach, fontina, parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and nutmeg together in a medium bowl until combined.
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Cut a horizontal slit most of the way through the thickest portion of each chicken breast to form a pocket. Sprinkle the chicken evenly on both sides with pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stuff each pocket with about 1/2 cup spinach mixture. Secure the pocket using wooden picks around the edges, making sure the spinach mixture is completely enclosed.
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Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the stuffed chicken breasts top-sides down in the pan; cook, undisturbed, until golden, about 4 minutes. Carefully flip the chicken and transfer the pan to the oven.
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Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest parts registers 165°F, 15 to 18 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes. Remove the wooden picks. Cut each breast in half crosswise; transfer to a platter and drizzle with lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
EatingWell.com, March 2024
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
217 | Calories |
9g | Fat |
2g | Carbs |
30g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Serving Size 1/2 stuffed chicken breast | |
Calories 217 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 30g | 60% |
Total Fat 9g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
Cholesterol 100mg | 33% |
Vitamin A 125µg | |
Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
Vitamin D 0µg | |
Vitamin E 1mg | 9% |
Folate 28µg | |
Vitamin K 81µg | |
Sodium 448mg | 19% |
Calcium 111mg | 9% |
Iron 1mg | 4% |
Magnesium 45mg | 11% |
Potassium 441mg | 9% |
Zinc 1mg | 13% |
Vitamin B12 0µg | |
Omega 3 0g |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.
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