Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie

Here’s a recipe for Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie – a savory-sweet dish that’s perfect for an elegant dinner or special occasion. This dish balances the creamy richness of Brie, the tartness of cranberries, and the earthiness of spinach, all wrapped in juicy chicken breasts.

🐔 Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie

🕰 Prep Time: 20 mins

🍳 Cook Time: 25–30 mins

🍽 Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)

For the Filling:

1 tbsp olive oil or butter
2–3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup dried cranberries (sweetened or unsweetened, your choice)
4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Optional Glaze (for extra flavor):

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp honey or maple syrup

🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Filling

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
Stir in dried cranberries, salt, and pepper.
Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Once cooled, gently mix in the sliced Brie cheese.

3. Prepare the Chicken

Butterfly each chicken breast: slice horizontally through the middle without cutting all the way through, then open like a book.
Place each breast between plastic wrap and gently pound to even thickness (about ½ inch).
Season both sides with salt and pepper.

4. Stuff the Chicken

Divide the filling evenly and place it in the center of each chicken breast.
Fold the chicken over the filling and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.

5. Sear the Chicken

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.

6. Bake the Chicken

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

7. Optional Glaze (While Chicken Bakes)

In a small pan, mix 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup.
Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Drizzle over chicken before serving.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

Garlic mashed potatoes
Roasted vegetables (e.g., carrots, Brussels sprouts)
A simple green salad with vinaigrette

🧀 Tips

Brie substitute: Camembert or goat cheese work well too.
Add nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans can add crunch to the filling.
Make it ahead: You can stuff the chicken ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.