Primavera Stuffed Chicken
Sophia
A high-protein stuffed chicken breast with zucchini, bell peppers, and mozzarella, delivering 35g protein per serving, perfect for a healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 380 kcal
For the Stuffed Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 small zucchini diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Garnish (Optional):
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C); line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, spinach, garlic, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1 tbsp olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Make a 2-inch slit in each chicken breast; cut to form a pocket without slicing through.
Spoon vegetable mixture into each chicken pocket; secure with toothpicks if needed.
Place stuffed chicken on the baking sheet; brush with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella on top; bake for 3-5 minutes until melted.
Remove from oven; sprinkle with parsley and parmesan, if desired, and serve.
Nutrition (per serving):
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Calories: 380 kcal
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Protein: 35g
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Carbohydrates: 8g
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Fiber: 2g
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Sugars: 4g
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Fat: 16g
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Saturated Fat: 5g Source: USDA Food Database (2025). Values are approximate.