Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast
This Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast delivers 73g protein and 677 calories per serving—the most protein-dense poultry option we offer. Four servings cook on the stovetop during quick prep, letting you batch-make a complete protein source that requires no sides or additions. One serving covers 40% of a 180g daily target, cutting your cooking volume in half.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(907g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Italian seasoning(30g)
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Spinach(113g)
- •Cream Cheese, 1/3 Less Fat (Neufchatel)(227g)
Standard block cream cheese. Neufchatel (1/3 less fat) is a good swap.
- •Artichoke Hearts, Canned, Drained(170g)
- •Mozzarella Cheese(120g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Garlic(15g)
- •1 pinch salt (to taste)
- •Spinach
- •Half and half cream(240g)
Instructions
- 1Place each chicken breast on a flat surface. Season both sides of each breast with the Italian seasoning and paprika. With your hand supporting each piece, cut a slit or pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through, being careful not to cut all the way.
- 2Squeeze any and all excess liquid out of the spinach and discard the water. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the spinach, cream cheese, artichokes, mozzarella, parmesan and garlic; mix well to combine.
- 3Stuff chicken with 1-2 tablespoons of the spinach artichoke dip, spreading evenly with the back of the spoon. Reserve the leftover dip for later.*
- 4Seal chicken breasts with two or three toothpicks near the opening to keep the dip inside while cooking.
- 5Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or non stick pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden. Flip and sear on the other side, covering pan with a lid, until cooked through, (about 6 to 7 minutes per side). Transfer chicken to a warm plate to make the cream sauce.
- 6Combine half and half or heavy cream with the remaining dip (you should have exactly half remaining). Stir until sauce is combined and thickened. Add the chicken back into the pan and serve immediately!
Nutrition — Per Serving
677
calories
73g
protein
36g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Saturated fat
- 18.2g
- Sodium
- 932 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.1g
4 servings per batch · ~472g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast have per serving?
Each serving contains 73g of protein and 677 calories with 36g fat and 15g carbs. This is a dense protein source that fits high-protein meal plans without excess carbohydrate load.
How long does Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast take to make?
Quick prep on the stovetop yields 4 servings, making it efficient for batch-prepping dinners mid-week. Each serving takes minimal active time once the stuffing is prepared.
Is Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast good for muscle gain?
At 73g protein and 677 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with a protein-to-calorie ratio that fuels strength training. The carb content is minimal but sufficient for post-workout recovery when paired with other meals.
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