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Cross-section of a golden-brown, baked chicken breast stuffed with a rich filling of melted mozzarella cheese, bright red roasted peppers, and sautéed green spinach.

Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with roasted red peppers, spinach, and gooey mozzarella, then seared and baked to perfection. This simple yet elegant dish is bursting with flavor and makes an impressive dinner in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper divided
Stuffing
  • 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers sliced, jarred or homemade
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven-safe Baking Dish
  • Toothpicks or Kitchen Twine

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the spinach, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic together. Set aside.
  3. Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and pepper mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  5. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
  6. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove toothpicks, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with balsamic glaze or serve with a side of roasted vegetables. You can also swap mozzarella for provolone or feta for a delicious twist.