Description
Rolled Chicken with Feta & Spinach is a delectable dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful filling of fresh spinach, creamy feta, and aromatic garlic. Each bite bursts with savory goodness, making it an instant favorite at any table. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Tenderize each chicken breast between plastic wrap until about half an inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix feta, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Lay out each chicken breast and spoon filling onto one end; roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken rolls seam-side down for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until juices run clear.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rolled chicken piece (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg