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Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken with Lemon Sage Sauce Recipe

A delicious and healthy dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach and feta, served with a tangy lemon sage sauce.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Bowl

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions: 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, mix together the spinach, feta cheese, lemon zest, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper.
  • Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach and feta mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • In the same skillet, add lemon juice and simmer for a few minutes to make a sauce.
  • Serve the stuffed chicken with the lemon sage sauce drizzled on top.

Notes:

Ensure the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition value:

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Feta, Lemon, Sage, Spinach
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