⏱ 55 min total

Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Name: Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese; ⅛ cup, shredded Mozzarella cheese; ¼ extra large Egg; ½ slice, large Onion; ½ clove Garlic; 1 breast fillet Chicken breast; ½ tbsp Olive oil; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Cayenne pepper; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; ¼ package (10 oz) Spinach

Per 1 serving · 250 g · 11 ingredients

Calories

304

15%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
36g
48% of calories
Carbs
5.6g
7% of calories
Fat
15g
45% of calories

Portion

✓ Protein-dense
✓ Keto-friendly

At a glance

One serving of Spinach Stuffed Chicken (250 g) has 304 calories, with 36 g of protein, 5.6 g of carbohydrates and 15 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from protein (48% of calories). It is high in protein (72% DV), Vitamin A (44% DV) and Vitamin C (24% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 22% and 50% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

122cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

12g

Net carbs

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

1.9g

1.4 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein72%
Vitamin A44%
Vitamin C24%
Vitamin E22%
Vitamin K290%
Riboflavin (B2)36%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Thiamine12%
Potassium18%
Zinc17%
Copper17%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat22%
Cholesterol50%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 20 minCook 35 min

1
Preheat oven to 350°F.
2
Grate the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, beat the egg, slice the onion, and crush the garlic.
3
Butterfly the chicken breasts and drizzle with olive oil.
4
Season the chicken with cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper; set aside.
5
In a sauté pan, cook spinach, onion, and garlic until the spinach starts to wilt, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
6
Combine the spinach mixture with Parmesan cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, and the beaten egg in a medium bowl. Mix until well incorporated.
7
Place a large spoonful of the spinach mixture in the center of each chicken breast and fold over to cover completely.
8
Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve and enjoy!

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (250 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	395 μg	44%
Vitamin C	22 mg	24%
Vitamin D	0.3 μg	2%
Vitamin E	3 mg	22%
Vitamin K	348 μg	290%
Thiamine	0.1 mg	12%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg	36%
Niacin	12 mg	75%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	90%
Folate (B9)	160 μg	40%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	24%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	42%
Choline	156 mg	28%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	264 mg	26%
Iron	3 mg	35%
Potassium	863 mg	18%
Magnesium	99 mg	24%
Phosphorus	424 mg	61%
Zinc	2 mg	17%
Copper	0.1 mg	17%
Manganese	1 mg	31%
Selenium	35 μg	64%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	0 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	4,029 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.4 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.3 μg	—
Fructose	0.3 g	—
Galactose	0.1 g	—
Glucose	0.5 g	—
Glutamic acid	6 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	2 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	3 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	3 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	7 g	—
Phenylalanine	2 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	2 g	—
Proline	2 g	—
Retinol	59 μg	—
Serine	2 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0.2 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	2 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	1 g	—
Tryptophan	0.4 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	2 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.3 μg	—

Burning 304 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

58min
Walking (3.5 mph)
37min
Cycling (moderate)
25min
Running (6 mph)
43min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Spinach Stuffed Chicken?

One serving of Spinach Stuffed Chicken (1 serving) has 304 calories, which works out to 122 calories per 100 g. That is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Spinach Stuffed Chicken high in protein?

Yes. It has 36 g of protein per serving, and 48% of its calories come from protein (12 g of protein per 100 calories).

Is Spinach Stuffed Chicken keto-friendly?

It can fit a ketogenic diet: 4 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 7% of calories.

How much sodium is in Spinach Stuffed Chicken?

341 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Spinach Stuffed Chicken?

1.4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (250 g)

Calories304

% Daily Value*

Total fat 15g	19%
Saturated fat 4.4g	22%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 151mg	50%
Sodium 341mg	15%
Total carbohydrate 5.6g	2%
Dietary fiber 1.9g	7%
Total sugars 1.4g
Protein 36g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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