Natalia's Chicken Breasts stuffed with Spinach, Ric

Name: Natalia's Chicken Breasts stuffed with Spinach, Ricotta and Provolone Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 ounces chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless 4 breasts about 5 ounces each; 1 x salt to taste; 1 x black pepper to taste; 15 ounces ricotta cheese about one container; 10 ounces spinach frozen chopped, well thawed and drained; 1 clove garlic minced; 2 large eggs beaten; 8 ounces provolone cheese or mozzarella, divided; 16 ounce spaghetti sauce prepared, your favorite rich and thick variety; 4 each chicken breasts halves

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
2
Rinse and dry the chicken breast with paper towelling.
3
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
4
Using a small sharp knife make a slit in each chicken breast in which to insert the stuffing.
5
Be careful not to cut all the way through the breast.
6
Set aside.
7
Combine the spinach, garlic, eggs, ricotta and about 3/4 of the shredded cheese.
8
Mix well.
9
Using about 1/4 of the mixture stuff each breast, secure with toothpicks if needed and place onto a prepared greased baking dish.
10
Spoon sauce over all and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
11
Bake until done, brown and bubbly and the juices run clear.
12
For me this takes 30 minutes and the temperature inside the breast is 160 degrees F which continues up to 165F after a 5 minutes rest.
13
If you have larger chicken breasts or depending on your oven bake for 45 to 60 minutes if you are unsure.

839

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 20 ounces chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless 4 breasts about 5 ounces each, 1 x salt to taste, 1 x black pepper to taste, 15 ounces ricotta cheese about one container, and more.

Yes, Natalia's Chicken Breasts stuffed with Spinach, Ricotta and Provolone Cheese 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!

Natalia's Chicken Breasts stuffed with Spinach, Ricotta and Provolone Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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