Cottage Cheese Spinach Chicken

Cottage Cheese Spinach Chicken

Cajun-seasoned chicken breast stuffed with a cottage cheese and spinach mixture, then baked in butter. Serve with tossed salad, if desired.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • ½ yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun-style seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Squeeze excess water out of thawed spinach; in a large bowl, mix spinach with onion and cottage cheese and set aside.

Step 3
Season chicken breasts with Cajun-style seasoning, then place 1/4 of cheese/spinach mixture in the center of each breast and fold in half. Secure with toothpicks and place in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

Step 4
Drizzle with melted butter and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

274
Calories
10g
Fat
8g
Carbs
37g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 274
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 13%
Saturated Fat6g 29%
Cholesterol92mg 31%
Sodium1110mg 48%
Total Carbohydrate8g 3%
Dietary Fiber3g 9%
Total Sugars1g
Protein37g
Vitamin C6mg 32%
Calcium143mg 11%
Iron2mg 13%
Potassium660mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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