Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe but firm pears, diced
- 4 oz crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced pears, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Slice open each chicken breast to create a pocket and stuff with the pear mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest before serving; drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg