Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Chicken
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This Spinach and Bacon Stuffed Chicken is an easy, high-protein dinner your family will love! Delicious chicken breasts stuffed with creamy spinach and crispy bacon for a flavorful, nutritious meal with 35 grams of protein per serving.
Quick Look: Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Chicken
- 🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 4
- 📊 Calories: 415
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For another high protein chicken recipe, be sure to check out my Chicken Feta Quinoa & Veggie Bake recipe! It's one of my family's favorites!
Why You'll Love The Recipe
✔️ High-Protein & Nutritious - With 35 grams of protein per serving, this high-protein chicken recipe keeps you full and fueled! This is the perfect, balanced healthy dinner idea.
✔️ Kid Friendly & Family Approved - Don't let the spinach scare you off.... even picky eaters will devour this! It's an easy family dinner recipe that sneaks in some extra greens without anyone noticing.
✔️ Packed With Flavor - The flavors in this stuffed chicken breast recipe take it to the next level. It's a simple dish that tastes like something from your favorite restaurant.
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- Spinach - Thawed, frozen spinach works best in this recipe. Be sure to dry it out well.
- Artichoke hearts - canned, drained, and chopped
- Bacon - To save time, I like to use microwavable bacon!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ Chicken Thickness - I like to use thinner chicken breasts so I can ensure it bakes through completely, however, it can be hard to stuff thin chicken breasts. So if you'd prefer thicker chicken, simply bake for about 10-15 minutes longer.
➡️ A Similar Dip - If you love the spinach and artichoke combination, be sure to check out my friends over at Thriving Home's Spinach Artichoke Dip with Roasted Red Peppers. This is perfect to whip up for your next party!
How To Make Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Chicken
Step 1: Mix the cream cheese, spinach, and ½ cup mozzarella cheese toppings together.
Step 2: Slit the seared chicken breasts and stuff every other slit with the cream cheese mixture and the other slits with bacon. Top with remaining ½ cup shredded mozzarella.
Step 3: Bake at 400 degrees F until chicken is completely cooked through and cheese is melted. Feel free to broil for a minute if you like your cheese lightly browned!
What To Serve With This Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Chicken
- Broccoli - I love serving this with a side of air fried or roasted broccoli.
- Dinner Roll - This recipe is low carb so something like a dinner roll can help balance your plate.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Cook at 375°F for 18-22 minutes. Every air fryer varies, so check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
This high-protein dinner recipe pairs perfectly with roasted veggies, garlic mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple side salad. It's also great with cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
Definitely! Swap the bacon for sun-dried tomatoes or sautéed mushrooms for a twist that still delivers great flavor.
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Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Baked Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 thin boneless skinless chicken breasts
- salt and pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ c. frozen spinach defrosted, drained, and squeezed
- ⅓ c. chopped canned artichoke hearts
- 1 c. shredded mozzarella divided
- 4 strips bacon cut into bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
- I like to partially grill the chicken breasts on the stove top prior to stuffing and baking. This helps lessen the bake time, but this step is optional!
- Make around 3-4 slits widthwise in each chicken breast. Season with salt and pepper. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, spinach, artichokes, and ½ cup of mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Fill every other slit with cream cheese mixture and fill remaining slits with chopped bacon.
- Sprinkle remaining ½ cup mozzarella on top.
- Bake until chicken is cooked through and bacon is crispy, about 30 minutes. You can broil if you'd like a more browned chicken. Enjoy!
This is such a good upgrade from your average chicken breast! I love these so much!