Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken
Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken is a gourmet dish that elevates ordinary chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece. Juicy, tender chicken is filled with a rich blend of cream cheese, spinach, and feta, then baked to golden perfection. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy family night in. With vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, it’s sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Create pockets in each chicken breast by slicing side-wise.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add garlic until fragrant, then mix in spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and combine with cream cheese and feta.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve drizzled with pesto sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg