Cream Cheese Spinach Stuffed Chicken (Low-carb, Keto)

Cream Cheese Spinach Stuffed Chicken (Low-carb, Keto)

Ingredients

• 16 oz chicken breasts
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cup fresh spinach
• 10 oz frozen chopped spinach
• 4 oz cream cheese ((at room temp))
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• salt (to taste)

Instructions

1. To Make filling:In a medium bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic, and salt + pepper until fully combined.
2. To Butterfly your chicken breasts: lay them flat on a sturdy surface.
3. Place one hand on top to hold it in place and then slice 3/4 of the way through the chicken breast (be careful not to slice all the way through).
4. To Stuff the Chicken: Season the outside of the chicken with chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
5. Spoon 1/4 of cheese mixture into the middle of the cut chicken breasts and fold the chicken so the cream cheese is sealed inside.
6. Use toothpicks to secure chicken if desired.
7. To Cook: Heat a non-stick skillet on medium high and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
8. Cook the chicken, covering the pan with a lid, for about 9-10 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through