Description
Enticingly flavorful and visually stunning, this rolled chicken with feta and spinach is a culinary delight that will elevate any meal. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a creamy mixture of tangy feta cheese and vibrant spinach, then rolled and baked to perfection. Ideal for cozy dinners or elegant gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted (about 3 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix wilted spinach with feta cheese, pine nuts (if using), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place each chicken breast flat on a cutting board, spoon filling onto each breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken rolls seam-side down until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the rolls to an oven-safe dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rolled chicken breast (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg