Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 1/3 cup Feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest(optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. 2

   Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally almost to the edge, then open like a book; season inside and out with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes; remove from heat and stir in feta and lemon zest.

4. 4

   Place the spinach‑feta mixture onto one side of each butterflied breast, fold the chicken over, and secure with toothpicks.

5. 5

   Transfer the stuffed breasts to a baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).

6. 6

   Let rest 2 minutes before slicing and serving.