Onion and Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts (4, boneless and skinless)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Fresh spinach (3 cups, chopped)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Toothpicks (for securing chicken)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then remove from heat.
4. Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally through the side without cutting all the way through.
5. Generously stuff each chicken breast with the onion and spinach mixture, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Secure the opening of each stuffed chicken breast with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
7. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and additional Italian seasoning if desired.
8. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a lightly greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
9. Once baked, carefully remove the toothpicks before serving. Enjoy your delicious onion and spinach stuffed chicken warm!