Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach and Cheese Recipe
Who says comfort food can’t be glamorous? Vegan “chicken” breasts get a fancy makeover, hiding creamy spinach and plant-based cheese inside.
Every bite feels like a restaurant indulgence, without the judgmental waiter side-eye for eating alone.
Spinach sneaks in nutrition while melted vegan cheese delivers that ooey-gooey satisfaction we all crave.
Seasoned “chicken” browns beautifully, promising crispy edges and tender insides, like a hug on a plate.
Serve with roasted veggies or a light salad, and suddenly weeknight dinners feel like culinary triumphs.
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach and Cheese Recipe
Vegan “chicken” breasts stuffed with sautéed spinach and creamy plant-based cheese, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic and spinach until wilted, about 3–4 minutes.
- Season vegan chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Carefully slice a pocket into each breast, avoiding cutting through the other side.
- Stuff each pocket with sautéed spinach and vegan cheese mixture.
- Secure openings with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed breasts in a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 40%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 20%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin K: 35%
Notes & Tips
- Sauté spinach lightly to avoid excess moisture inside pockets.
- Try different vegan cheeses for varied flavors.
- Secure with toothpicks to prevent filling from spilling.
- Serve immediately for the best melty texture.
- Add a sprinkle of paprika on top before baking for extra color.
