Low Carb Chicken Breast with Feta and Spinach Recipe
This Low Carb Chicken Breast with Feta and Spinach recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a keto-friendly meal. Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese, then baked to perfection. A Mediterranean-inspired delight that’s sure to please your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Sauté garlic in olive oil, add spinach and feta, then stuff the mixture into the chicken.
- Season and Bake: Season the chicken breasts, drizzle with lemon juice, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove toothpicks, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or Parmesan cheese to the filling.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
