Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

A delicious and safe recipe that uses expired goat cheese crumbles to make a flavorful stuffing for chicken breast. Proper cooking ensures food safety.

15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
45
Total Time (min)
2
Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup expired goat cheese crumbles
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Difficulty:Medium
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

3

Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.

4

Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into each chicken breast.

5

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

6

In a bowl, combine the cooled spinach, expired goat cheese crumbles, and season with salt and pepper.

7

Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and goat cheese mixture, then secure with toothpicks.

8

Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

9

Remove the toothpicks and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

10

Serve hot and enjoy!

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