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Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Recipe

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A delicious and savory recipe for Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken. Tender chicken breasts filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, roasted red peppers, and cheeses, then topped with a creamy cheese sauce.

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 68 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Stuffing:

  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Cheese Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness. Mix olive oil and seasonings, then brush on chicken.
  3. Make Stuffing: Combine spinach, red peppers, cheeses, and egg. Spread over chicken, roll up, and secure with toothpicks.
  4. Sear Chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet until golden brown.
  5. Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add broth and milk. Simmer and add cream and cheese.
  6. Bake: Pour sauce over chicken in skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Serve: Let rest, remove toothpicks, and spoon extra sauce over chicken.

Notes

  • Be careful when searing the chicken to avoid spattering.
  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.

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