Description
This Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie is a delightful dish combining tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory and slightly sweet mixture of fresh spinach, dried cranberries, and creamy Brie cheese. It’s baked to perfection, making it perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Stuffing
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup Brie cheese, cubed
Seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare the stuffing: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped fresh spinach, dried cranberries, and cubed Brie cheese. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients well for a flavorful filling.
- Stuff the chicken breasts: Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach, cranberry, and Brie mixture.
- Season the chicken: Season the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Bake the chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy your delicious stuffed chicken!
Notes
- Make sure not to overstuff the chicken breasts to avoid filling spilling out during baking.
- If Brie cheese is too soft, chilling it before cubing can make handling easier.
- Use fresh spinach for best flavor; if using frozen, thoroughly drain excess water.
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the stuffing mixture.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: stuffed chicken, cranberry chicken, spinach stuffed chicken, baked chicken breast, Brie chicken recipe
