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Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken: A Cozy Dining Experience at Home

Discover the heartwarming flavors of Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken, a quick and comforting dinner that’s perfect for family gatherings.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts tender and juicy
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for browning the chicken
For the Stuffing
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for gooey goodness
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning for flavor
To Finish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven-safe skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice a pocket into each chicken breast.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Stuff each chicken pocket with the filling and secure with toothpicks.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet. Sear each chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Pour chicken broth around the chicken and drizzle with lemon juice. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove from oven, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 38gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the stuffing with different ingredients as desired. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.

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