A delectable chicken recipe filled with the goodness of spinach and the tang of Pecorino Romano cheese for a delightful family dinner or a gourmet lunch prep.
Steam spinach as per the instructions on the bag. Place it in a colander and press it with the back of the spoon to drain the water. Chop it finely.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, the grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and avocado mayonnaise. Stir it well.
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Lay the chicken breasts on a chopping board and with a sharp knife, slice a pocket in each chicken breast carefully.
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Sprinkle some of the Italian seasoning, sea salt, and pepper inside each pocket.
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Stuff spinach cheese filling into each chicken pocket. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.
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Place the stuffed chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Season the chicken on the outside with leftover Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Drizzle with avocado oil.
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Bake for 20 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, turn on the broil function and broil for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken is browned and crusty.
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Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.