Chicken Florentine Recipe

Name: Chicken Florentine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 toothpicks; 4 large boneless chicken breasts, Butterflied and pounded; ¼ cup finely chopped fresh Baby Spinach, plus; 6 leaves fresh Baby Spinach, set aside whole; ½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese; ¼ cup shredded fontinella cheese (sharp Italian table cheese); 1 ½ teaspoons crushed garlic; 1 egg, beaten; ½ cup milk; 1 ½ cups seasoned bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1
-Preheat oven to 400.
2
-Lay the butterflied chicken breasts out flat and cover with reserved whole spinach leaves.
3
-In a mixing bowl combine chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, Fontinella Cheese and garlic.
4
-Spoon mixture into the center of the chicken breasts.
5
-Fold chicken over the cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks, almost like sewing.
6
-In a shallow dish or pie plate beat the 2 eggs and add milk.
7
In another dish, pour the breadcrumbs.
8
-Dredge the chicken first in the egg mixture to coat it and then completely cover in breadcrumbs.
9
-Place in oven safe dish and bake for 20 minutes.

338

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 toothpicks, 4 large boneless chicken breasts, Butterflied and pounded, ¼ cup finely chopped fresh Baby Spinach, plus, 6 leaves fresh Baby Spinach, set aside whole, and more.

Yes, Chicken Florentine falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Florentine

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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