Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Mushroom and Spinach
Delicious boneless chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of mushrooms, spinach, and ricotta, topped with a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Stuffing
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1.5 teaspoons dried rosemary
For the Cream Sauce
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, creating a pocket for the stuffing. Season with salt and pepper both inside and out.
Making the Filling
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped mushrooms until they release their moisture. Add garlic and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Add the sautéed mushroom and spinach mixture. Mix well.
Stuffing and Cooking
- Spoon the mushroom and spinach filling into the pocket of each chicken breast, pressing down gently. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- In the same large skillet, sear the stuffed chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place them in a baking dish.
Preparing the Cream Sauce
- In the skillet, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, and flour. Simmer until the sauce thickens, stirring constantly.
- Pour the cream sauce over the stuffed chicken in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
Choose a mix of mushroom varieties for a more complex flavor. Feel free to add a handful of shredded mozzarella to the stuffing for extra creaminess. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.