Stuffed Chicken Breast Marinara Recipe

Name: Stuffed Chicken Breast Marinara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin); seasoning salt; black pepper; 2 cups marinara sauce or 2 cups alfredo sauce; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or to taste); FILLING; 1 (15 ounce) ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (rubbed between fingers to release flavors); 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions; 0.5 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach (thawed and hand-squeezed dry); 2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese; seasoning salt; black pepper

Servings: persons

8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin)
seasoning salt
black pepper
2 cups marinara sauce or 2 cups alfredo sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or to taste)
FILLING
1 (15 ounce) ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (rubbed between fingers to release flavors)
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
0.5 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach (thawed and hand-squeezed dry)
2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
seasoning salt
black pepper

1
Set oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
In a large bowl combine all filling ingredients together until well blended then season with seasoned salt and pepper to taste.
4
Divide the cheese mixture into 8 even servings.
5
Place one breast onto a plate, then place a serving of the cheese filling on the top of the breast.
6
Roll up jellyroll fashion, then season outside of the rolled breasts with seasoned salt and pepper.
7
Place into the baking dish seam-side down.
8
Repeat with the remaining seven breasts.
9
Drizzle the marinara sauce or alfredo sauce over the rolled breasts (you will not have to cover each breast completely with the sauce).
10
Bake for about 40-45 minutes.
11
Sprinkle top with about 1 cup mozzarella cheese (or to taste) and return to oven until the cheese melts (about 3-4 minutes).

600

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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin), seasoning salt, black pepper, 2 cups marinara sauce or 2 cups alfredo sauce, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Chicken Breast Marinara 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!

Stuffed Chicken Breast Marinara

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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