Arabesque Stuffed Chicken with Potatoes
Janice Slocs
Arabesque Stuffed Chicken with Potatoes features juicy chicken breasts filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta, and spices, roasted to perfection with golden potatoes. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect for a special dinner or weekend feast.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 2 cups baby spinach chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes halved
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Stuffing: In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Stuff the Chicken: Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Fill each pocket with the stuffing mixture, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
Roast the Chicken and Potatoes: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a large baking dish. Arrange the halved baby potatoes around the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Top with lemon slices.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are golden and tender.
Serve and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
And there you have it! Your Arabesque Stuffed Chicken with Potatoes is ready.
This dish is perfect for a special dinner or a weekend feast, bringing the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. Serve it with a fresh salad or some warm pita bread for a complete meal.
A few tips from my kitchen to yours:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices for a few hours before stuffing and roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutritional Info (per serving, assuming 4 servings):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 3g
Keyword Arabesque Stuffed Chicken with Potatoes