Creamy Brie-Stuffed Chicken with Spinach Orzo
Tender chicken breasts stuffed with creamy Brie cheese and served with a bed of flavorful spinach orzo. This delightful dish is full of rich flavors and textures, making it perfect for a special weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz Brie cheese, cut into 4 slices
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Slice each chicken breast horizontally but not all the way through, creating a pocket. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3.
Stuff each pocket with a slice of Brie cheese and secure with toothpicks.
- 4.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 5.
Add stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned.
- 6.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- 7.
Meanwhile, in a separate pot, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 8.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
- 9.
Combine cooked orzo with wilted spinach. Stir in chicken broth and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10.
Serve the stuffed chicken breasts on a bed of spinach orzo. Garnish with fresh parsley.