WW Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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You can make the WW Stuffed Chicken Breasts in only 35 minutes. This version of the recipe uses no oil, which makes it a healthy dish as well as low in calories and WW points. What keeps the chicken juicy is the use of a spinach mixture inside the chicken. The WW Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a perfect dish option when you want to eat something that is fulfilling, which is also low in WW points. The ingredients for this chicken recipe are simple. Prepare it either for busy days in your week or maybe for special occasions like any family gatherings or for a simple get-together.

STATS:

  • Number of calories: 240 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
  • Cook time: 25 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Prep duration: Ten minutes
  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Foil is optional
  • Spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Baking dish

INGREDIENTS:

  • ½ cup low-fat cream cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella
  • 4 boneless & skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup fresh chopped spinach
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Cooking spray (this is optional)
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREASTS:

  • When we are using chicken breast, we get protein that is lean. Turkey breasts are also an option.

LOW-FAT CREAM CHEESE:

  • We use low-fat cream cheese for the filling to become creamy. Greek yogurt is usable in place of this as well.

SPINACH:

  • Spinach brings color to the dish, and it also provides nutrients. Broccoli is also another option to utilize.

LOW-FAT MOZZARELLA:

  • As the name shows, this mozzarella is a lighter version, and it also melts easily. For an alternative, you can utilize any other kind of cheese in its lighter form.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic brings a good taste to this chicken dish. Garlic powder is something that you can use in place of garlic.

SEASONINGS:

  • When we add the seasoning to the chicken, we get a good taste of it. For an alternative, use chili flakes if you prefer spiciness.

COOKING SPRAY:

  • Make use of cooking spray when you want to prevent the sticking of chicken to the dish.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. You will need to preheat your oven to 200°C.
  2. Inside every chicken breast, make a cut like a pocket.
  3. Then take a bowl to mix garlic, mozzarella, spinach, and cream cheese.
  4. Fill the cut on the chicken breast with this mixture.
  5. Over the chicken breasts, add some paprika, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt.
  6. Place the chicken in the dish and apply some cooking spray if you feel the need to.
  7. Till you cook the chicken entirely, bake for twenty to twenty-five minutes.
  8. Rest for five minutes.
  9. Serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can consider serving this delicious chicken with some steamed vegetables on the side.
  • Adding a fresh green salad is also a great option.
  • To make a fulfilling meal, pair this chicken with some brown rice.

TIPS:

  • For the stuffing to stay in place, you can make use of toothpicks for your ease.
  • When filling the chicken with the spinach mixture, do not overfill it.
  • To keep the chicken soft after baking, bake it without any covering.
  • For faster cooking, slice the chicken into thin breast pieces.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • The chicken can last for three days inside the fridge if you keep it in a tight box.

FREEZER:

  • You can easily freeze this chicken dish for a 2-month period.

FAQs:

If not using any oil, how will the chicken keep moisture?

  • The filling in the chicken is what keeps it moist.

For the filling, can I also make use of veggies?

  • You can utilize peppers or mushrooms if you desire to.

Rather than adding cream cheese, can I include Greek yogurt?

  • Greek yogurt will create a lighter filling.

Is air frying an option for this chicken recipe?

  • At 190°C, you can air fry this chicken for fifteen to eighteen minutes.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 240 kcal

Net carbs: 3 grams

Total carbs: 4 grams

Fiber: 1 gram

Protein: 36 grams

Fat: 8 grams

Sodium: 410 milligrams

Potassium: 485 milligrams

Calcium: 110 milligrams

Iron: 1.1 milligrams

Vitamin A: 1350 IU

Weight Watcher Points: Four to five points