Lunch: Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

This dish is a good source of protein and also provides some veggies. While quick to prepare, it has an elegant look to it, and guests are sure to be impressed by the presentation and taste!

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

cooking spray
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
4 (4 oz) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 wedges Laughing Cow Creamy Swiss Garlic and Herb cheese
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
4 toothpicks

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
Add the oil to a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the spinach and sauté for 3 minutes. Add the mushroom and cook an additional 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
Place one chicken breast on a cutting board and cover it with plastic wrap. Pound the chicken with a meat tenderizer or rolling pin until it is about 1/4-inch thick. Repeat this process for the other 3 chicken breasts.
Spread 1 Laughing Cow cheese wedge on one side of one chicken breast. Spread 1/4 cup of the spinach mushroom mixture on top of the cheese. Roll the chicken breast and secure the seam with a toothpick. Repeat this procedure for the 3 remaining chicken breasts.
Sprinkle the chicken breasts with pepper and paprika. Place the rolled chicken breasts on a baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes or until done.
To serve, remove the toothpicks and slice each breast into 5 rounds.
Choices/Exchanges: 4 Lean Protein

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