Spinach stuffed chicken

This is an indulgent dish that pairs well with lightly cooked green vegetables as a special meal.

Recipe: Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Prep and cooking time: 45 mins

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, finely diced or minced
• 90g (3-4 tbsp) plain cream cheese
• 1 handful spinach, finely sliced
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• 1 small red chilli, finely diced (optional)
• 2 chicken breasts
• 4-6 thin slices prosciutto or
  cured ham
• green vegetable of your choice

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan.
2. Gently heat 1 tbsp of butter and the garlic in a small pan to make garlic butter.
3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, spinach, lime juice, and a little salt and pepper. Add the butter and chilli (if using), and mix well.
4. With the tip of a sharp knife, slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create a pocket and stuff with the mixture. Wrap each breast with 2-3 slices of the prosciutto.
5. Place the chicken on an oven-proof tray and bake for 20-25mins, or until cooked through.
6. As the chicken nears completion, prepare and cook any green vegetables.
7. Remove the chicken from the oven to rest, before serving with vegetables.