Description
Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie is a juicy, elegant dinner that’s surprisingly easy to make. Sweet-tart cranberries, earthy spinach, and creamy brie melt into the chicken, creating flavor pockets that wow every bite. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this dish is both wholesome and indulgent. Serve it with roasted veggies or a fresh salad, and you’ve got a meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Don’t forget to grab a knife—you’ll want to slice and watch that brie ooze!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup dried cranberries (unsweetened preferred)
- 4 oz brie cheese, rind removed, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Carefully slice a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast without cutting through.
Stuff each pocket with spinach, cranberries, and brie slices. Secure with toothpicks or twine.
Rub olive oil over the chicken breasts and season with garlic powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Rest 5 minutes before slicing, remove toothpicks, and serve warm.
Notes
Substitute goat cheese or mozzarella for brie if preferred.
Swap kale for spinach for a slightly different green note.
For extra flavor, drizzle with honey or sprinkle crushed nuts on top.
Can be prepped ahead and refrigerated for a few hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Bake, Sear
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg