Tuscan Stuffed Chicken is a stunning entree that’s easier to make than you may think! Chicken breasts are seared to golden brown perfection and stuffed with roasted red peppers, provolone cheese and vibrant fresh spinach.
Why we love this Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Recipe
This is a go-to recipe of mine when I’m planning a dinner party. Here’s why I love serving it so much:
- Gorgeous: The red, green, and white ingredients that stuff the chicken look so picturesque against the golden seared chicken.
- Impressive: A stuffed chicken breast always looks so impressive… It’s our little secret that this recipe is actually incredibly easy to make in one pan!
- Flavorful: I always get compliments on how the roasted red peppers, provolone, spinach and seasoned chicken all compliment each other.
Do I need to use toothpicks?
When making stuffed chicken breasts, it’s helpful to use toothpicks to help secure the stuffed pockets. That way all of your delicious ingredients (especially the cheese) don’t escape the chicken.
How to Store and Reheat
Once cooled to room temperature, you can store your Italian stuffed chicken breasts in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat back in the oven for the best results.
Serving Suggestions
This dish goes well with a whole rainbow of side dishes. You could serve with a potato side, like potato au gratin, or a vegetable side, such as steamed fresh broccoli. Even a side of rice works and pasta is great too.
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Top Reader Review
“This is simple but delicious dish that my family loves. I’ve made it several times and didn’t change a thing other than a little bit of garlic powder with the Italian seasoning.” – Nick B.
Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breast
This Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Recipe gives you succulent chicken stuffed with gorgeous, cheesy filling. Melty provolone cheese is blended with roasted peppers, fresh spinach and italian seasoning. It’s a full on, flavor packed, dish!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
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Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Cut out a wide pocket in each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
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Stuff each chicken breast with roasted red peppers, 1 slice of cheese, and spinach.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
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Once heated, sear the stuffed chicken breasts on each side, but don’t cook through. You may need to do this in two batches depending on the size of your chicken breasts.
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Place all 4 breasts in the skillet and transfer the skillet to the oven.
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Cook for 30-40 minutes until the chicken breasts are cooked through.
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Spoon the pan juices over the chicken and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breast
Amount Per Serving
Calories 519
Calories from Fat 288
% Daily Value*
Fat 32g49%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 158mg53%
Sodium 1205mg52%
Potassium 955mg27%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 53g106%
Vitamin A 1120IU22%
Vitamin C 21mg25%
Calcium 181mg18%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
How to make Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breasts Step by Step
Season the chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper and 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning.
Cut the pockets: Cut a wide pocket in each of the seasoned breasts. Try not to slice all the way through.
Stuff the chicken: Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of roasted red peppers (1 cup), provolone cheese (4 slices), and spinach (1 cup packed).
Sear the chicken: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on each side, but don’t cook all the way through.
Bake the stuffed chicken: Bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes.
Serve with pan sauce: Drizzle the juices from the pan all over the chicken breasts before serving.
