SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN WITH LINGUINE

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Worthy of an anniversary or an unexpected promotion, this elegant stuffed and rolled chicken looks gorgeous and tastes delicious. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup butter, divided
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 large egg, beaten
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
8 ounces uncooked linguine
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Add spinach and cook just until wilted. Remove from the heat; stir in Parmesan cheese and salt., Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread ricotta cheese and spinach mixture over the center of each chicken breast. Roll up and secure with toothpicks., Place egg in a shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with crumbs. In a large skillet, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons butter. Place chicken, seam side down, in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions. Drain linguine; toss with remaining butter and salsa. Discard toothpicks from chicken. Serve with linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 203mg cholesterol, Sodium 848mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 52g protein.

Tymorreion Buckley
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the spinach stuffing was bland.


Hayden Harwood
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the spinach stuffing was delicious.


Malatsi Mpho
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was moist and tender, and the spinach stuffing was flavorful.


Destiny Raphiri
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing is the perfect complement.


Raj a yadav
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The spinach stuffing is a great way to add some extra flavor and nutrition.


Sameel Akram
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach stuffing was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Maxine Briana
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the spinach stuffing was bland.


Farhan Ali
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The chicken was a little dry, but the spinach stuffing was delicious.


Ari Kokoko
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Gemma Sandstrom
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The chicken and spinach stuffing are delicious, and the linguine is the perfect side dish.


Pramod Bam
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the spinach stuffing is so flavorful.


ew its you
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the spinach stuffing was a delightful complement. The linguine was the perfect side dish to soak up all the delicious sauce.