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Festive Cranberry and Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie and Honey-Balsamic Drizzle

A delightful and festive stuffed chicken dish that brings family and loved ones together, filled with spinach, cranberries, brie, and a honey-balsamic drizzle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped Brings vibrant color and earthiness.
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped Adds sweetness and a festive touch.
  • 1/2 cup brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small cubes Melts beautifully inside the chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Enhances aroma and flavor.

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choosing quality chicken is essential.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Rich flavor and health benefits.
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted Adds richness.
  • salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper, to taste Essential for seasoning.

For the Drizzle

  • 2 tablespoons honey Adds natural sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Balances the sweetness.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the spinach until it wilts, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the dried cranberries and cook for another minute.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and set the mixture aside to cool.
  • Slice a pocket into each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
  • Generously stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cranberry mixture, adding brie cheese cubes.
  • Secure the chicken breasts with toothpicks or kitchen twine.

Cooking

  • In an oven-safe skillet, heat more olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, and melted butter in a small bowl.
  • Drizzle half of the mixture over the chicken while it's still in the skillet.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F).
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and garnish with fresh thyme leaves.

Notes

Try using different cheeses or adding nuts for crunch. This dish is perfect for holidays and family events.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
Keyword Brie, Cranberry, Honey-Balsamic Drizzle, Spinach, Stuffed Chicken
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