Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe firm pears, diced
- 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced pears, crumbled Gorgonzola, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully slice each chicken breast open to create a pocket and stuff with the pear mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving; drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg