CAJUN CHICKEN STUFFED WITH PEPPER JACK CHEESE & SPINACH

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This delicious chicken is flavored with Cajun seasoning and stuffed with pepper jack chicken and spinach. It is always a hit with family and company!

Provided by Cooking Creation

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless
4 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded (you can use up to 6 oz)
1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained (you can also use fresh cooked spinach)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Flatten the chicken to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the pepper jack cheese, spinach, salt and pepper.
  • Combine the Cajun seasoning and breadcrumbs together in a small bowl.
  • Spoon about 1/4 c of the spinach mixture onto each chicken breast. Roll each chicken breast tightly and fasten with toothpicks.
  • Brush each chicken breast with the vegetable oil. Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning mixture evenly over all. Sprinkle any remaining spinach and cheese on top of chicken (optional).
  • Place the chicken seam-side down onto a tin foil-lined baking sheet (for easy cleanup). Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the toothpicks before serving!
  • Enjoy!

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