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Published: Aug 29, 2020 by Charlotte · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

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Cheese and spinach stuffed chicken breasts are a family favorite. Chicken breasts stuffed with spinach, rotel and cheese make a low carb meal option ready in about 30 minutes.

chicken breast stuffed with spinach and cheese

This recipe originally published in January 2016 and updated with all new step by step instructions, photos and expert tips.

I'm always on the look out for easy low carb recipes that I can throw together fast! Here's a spinach stuffed chicken recipe I created with a few items I always keep in my pantry/freezer.

If you decide to use the black bean option in the recipe, you will get about 15gm of high fiber carb for each ½ cup serving of beans. Beans are a great carb option for most people as they generally do not tend to spike glucose levels. Stuffed chicken breasts would be a flavorful 1-pan meal to serve family or friends following a diet for diabetes control.

stuffed chicken breast with text

Why this recipe works

  • Loaded with flavor- tomatoes and green chilies, spinach and just the right amount of seasonings
  • Only 6gm carb per serving
  • Family friendly recipe
  • Ready in 30 minutes!

The main ingredients

  • Boneless chicken breasts- choose a larger size chicken breast to allow slicing a pocket for stuffing.
  • Spinach- use frozen spinach for best results.
  • Canned tomatoes and chiles- use mild or regular as desired
  • Cheese- choose your favorite type
  • Black Beans- optional
raw chicken, spinach, seasonings,cheese and black beans
Ingredients!

How to make this recipe

  1. Slice a pocket in the chicken breasts then brown slightly in oven proof skillet. Remove chicken from skillet.
  2. Meanwhile, combine spinach, rotel and cheese in a medium size bowl. Lightly salt and pepper. (Here I am using fresh spinach- frozen will work also.) Stuff this mixture into the pockets- divide the mixture evenly.
  3. Add more oil to the skillet if needed then saute green onions and black beans (if using).
  4. Return the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and place on top of the bean mixture (if using). Add any extra filling to skillet.
  5. Sprinkle seasonings on chicken. Cover skillet and bake until chicken is fully cooked. Note: if using fresh spinach, you may need to drain the excess liquids from skillet after removing from oven.
chicken breast sautéing in skillet
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rotel, spinach and onions
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black beans and onions in skillet
Step 3
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chicken breasts in skillet with spinach and rotel
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Expert Tips

  • Use a large oven proof skillet for this recipe- its a one pan meal!
  • If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and drain well. If using fresh spinach, there will be lots of liquid in the pan after cooking. Simply drain if desired.
  • Choose the type of rotel you like- mild, regular, etc.

Frequently asked questions:

How do you make chicken breast soft and tender?

You may pound the chicken breast with a meat tenderizer if desired. Also, be careful not to over cook the chicken.

How long do you cook chicken breast in the oven?

A 4 oz chicken breast usually takes 25-30 minutes to cook to internal temp of 165 degrees. Be sure to use a meat thermometer for best results.

stuffed chicken breast

Hope you enjoy this Low Carb Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe! Be sure to check out these other low carb favorites:

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  • Low Carb Bruschetta Chicken

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Recipe

chicken breast stuffed with spinach and cheese

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Cheese and spinach stuffed chicken breasts are a family favorite. Tender chicken breasts stuffed with spinach, rotel and cheese make a quick, low carb meal option.
4.86 from 14 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 396kcal
Author: Easyhealth Living

Ingredients

  • 2 lb chicken breasts, skinless and boneless (4)
  • 1 10 oz. pkg frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained or may use fresh (2 cups)
  • 1 10 oz. can mild Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies drained
  • ½ cup shredded cheese- your favorite type may use low fat cheese if desired
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil divided
  • cumin powder
  • garlic powder
  • paprika
  • ½ cup diced onions optional
  • 1 can black beans optional
  • ¼ cup chicken broth optional
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Butterfly chicken breasts. (Cut partially through the center of chicken breast making a pocket)
  • Add 2 teaspoon oil to skillet and heat. Brown chicken breasts slightly on both sides, then remove from skillet. (The chicken will not be fully cooked yet.)
  • Combine spinach, rotel and cheese in a medium bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide spinach mixture into 4 portions and stuff into each chicken breast.
  • (Saute onions and black beans in 2 teaspoon oil -if using. About 1-2min.)
  • Add stuffed chicken breasts back to skillet and place on top of bean mixture (if using). Add any extra spinach mixture to pan and add ¼ cup broth to skillet if desired.
  • Sprinkle chicken breasts with seasonings.
  • Cover pan with oven-proof lid or foil and place in oven.
  • Bake 20-30 minutes or until internal temp of chicken reaches 165 degrees F.

Notes

Expert Tips:

  • Use a large oven proof skillet for this recipe- its a one pan meal!
  • If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and drain well. If using fresh spinach, there will be lots of liquid in the pan after cooking. Simply drain if desired.
  • Choose the type of rotel you like- mild, regular, etc.
 
Nutrition Facts
Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Serving Size
 
4 oz
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
396
Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
160
mg
53
%
Sodium
 
472
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
1310
mg
37
%
Carbohydrates
 
9
g
3
%
Fiber
 
3
g
12
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
55
g
110
%
Vitamin A
 
9443
IU
189
%
Vitamin C
 
17
mg
21
%
Calcium
 
243
mg
24
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Mary Cunningham says

    August 11, 2020 at 1:43 am

    5 stars
    This dish is delicious! My two year old son and husband loved it and they are normally not crazy for spinach I used fresh spinach instead of frozen just because that’s what I had in the fridge! I also had a good bit of filling leftover, so I just mixed it in with the cooked beans and laid it down in the pan around the chicken before baking. It was so yummy! This is definitely a new favorite for my family, and so healthy, too!

    Reply
    • Charlotte says

      August 11, 2020 at 2:33 pm

      Hi Mary,
      So glad you and your family liked this recipe!

      Reply
  2. Gail says

    January 22, 2021 at 7:33 am

    5 stars
    Loved this one
    Especially with the black beans

    Reply
  3. Carla M. says

    September 27, 2023 at 11:20 pm

    5 stars
    This meal was easy and delicious.The preparation was a breeze and cooking was fast and smooth. My family loved this meal, had seconds and asked for this again. I did change some things, but the recipe was basically the same.
    I used boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of breast. I layered my ingredients with the black beans, onions and some extra spinach (and kale mix) on the bottom. Next I layered the rotel, cheese and spinach mixture over the beans. Then I placed my chicken on top. I sprinkled the spice mix(I mixed all the spices together before using them in the recipe), over the entire dish. The flavors were superb! This definitely did not taste any different than a higher calorie/carb meal.I can't wait to use this recipe with the chicken breast.

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