Kotopoulo Gemisto Me Feta Kai Spanaki (feta And Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast)
This Kotopoulo gemisto me feta kai spanaki, or Feta and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast, is a delicious Epirotic cuisine dish that combines tender chicken breast with the rich flavors of feta and spinach.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the feta, spinach, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the feta and spinach mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve the stuffed chicken breasts hot, garnished with a sprinkle of feta and fresh spinach leaves.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Skillet Baking dish Knife Cutting board
Tools
Oven Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kotopoulo gemisto me feta kai spanaki with a side of Greek salad and roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to properly seal the stuffed chicken breasts to prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking.
Cost
$15