Mushroom Spinach Stuffed Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Ingredients

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (each about 7oz or 220g)
02 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil
03 - 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
04 - 3/4 teaspoon of salt

→ Filling Ingredients

05 - 3 oz melting cheese like mozzarella, cut into slices (80g)
06 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
08 - 2 minced garlic cloves
09 - 7 oz mushrooms, sliced thinly (200g, around 2 full cups)
10 - 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter (30g)

# Instructions:

01 - Turn on your oven to 200°C/390°F (or 180°C with a fan). While it warms up, make a pocket along the side of each chicken breast—but don’t go all the way through! Doing this on the folded side keeps the smooth side neat. Sprinkle salt and pepper, using half inside and half outside.
02 - Grab a heavy skillet that can go in the oven. Place it on high heat and melt the butter. Toss in the mushrooms and stir them for around 3 minutes until they brown lightly. Add garlic, thyme, plus the remaining salt and pepper. Stir for another 2 minutes until they turn golden. Finally, toss in spinach and stir for a quick 30 seconds until it softens.
03 - Here’s the fun bit! Spoon the cooked mushroom mixture into the slit of each chicken breast. Lay your cheese slices on top of the stuffing. Use toothpicks to close the openings—don’t stress if it isn’t fully closed!
04 - Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel. Pour in olive oil and place it on medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on each side for a little over a minute—enough to get a lovely golden crust.
05 - Take the skillet with the browned chicken and move it straight into your preheated oven. Let it bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the chicken’s center hits 65°C/149°F when checked with a thermometer. Make sure you’re measuring the chicken meat, not the filling.
06 - When cooked, remove the chicken from the oven, placing it on a plate. Cover loosely with foil and let it sit for 5 minutes—this keeps it juicy! Pair with Balsamic-dressed spinach and creamy Lemon Herb Risotto for a delightful dinner.

# Notes:

01 - These stuffed chicken breasts are loaded with mushrooms, melted cheese, and spinach for juicy, flavorful bites.
02 - Great for a fancy dinner or date night—looks impressive but is super simple to pull off.

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