Instructions π¨βπ³:
1οΈβ£ Preheat the Oven π₯:
Set the oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
2οΈβ£ Prepare the Chicken π:
Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally, creating a pocket (donβt cut all the way through).
Season both sides with salt π§, pepper πΆοΈ, and paprika πΆοΈ.
3οΈβ£ Make the Filling π₯¬π§:
In a bowl, combine chopped spinach π₯¬, ricotta cheese π§, Parmesan cheese π§, half of the mozzarella π§, minced garlic π§, and oregano πΏ.
4οΈβ£ Stuff the Chicken π:
Fill each chicken breast with the spinach mixture and secure the edges with toothpicks to keep the filling inside.
5οΈβ£ Sear the Chicken π₯:
Heat olive oil π« in a skillet over medium heat.
Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
6οΈβ£ Bake with Tomatoes & Cheese π
π§:
Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
Top each breast with tomato slices π
and the remaining mozzarella cheese π§.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7οΈβ£ Serve & Enjoy πΏ:
Remove the toothpicks, garnish with fresh parsley πΏ if desired, and serve hot π.
