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Smartphone photo of Spinach Ricotta Chicken in a ceramic dish with golden-brown toasted mozzarella.

Spinach Ricotta Chicken: The Ultimate Juicy Stuffed Breast Recipe

This Spinach Ricotta Chicken features juicy seared chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach-ricotta filling and topped with bubbling mozzarella. A high-protein, low-carb dinner that is visually stunning and packed with savory flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Recipe
  • 4 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless, approx 8oz (225g) each
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese 250g, whole milk preferred
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach 60g, wilted and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese 115g, shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 15ml
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter 15g
  • 1 tsp kosher salt 5g
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper 2g
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1g
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley 8g, finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet For searing the chicken.
  • 1 White Ceramic Baking Dish For the final bake.
  • 1 Chef's Knife To slice the pocket.

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. Wilt the baby spinach in a pan over medium heat until dark green, then squeeze all moisture out using paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine the dried spinach with ricotta, a pinch of salt, and pepper until thick and creamy.
Stuff and Sear
  1. Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with 2-3 tbsp of the filling.
  2. Sear chicken in olive oil and butter in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown skin forms.
Bake to Perfection
  1. Place chicken in a baking dish, top with mozzarella, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
  2. Broil for 2 minutes until cheese has golden spots. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

Tip 1. Always squeeze spinach dry to prevent a soggy filling.
Tip 2. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).