“Keto Persian Herbed Stuffed Chicken Breast with Creamy Garlic Spinach Side Dish”

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Ingredients

• 1. 4 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 2. 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 3. 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 4. 1 teaspoon ground cumin 5. 1 teaspoon ground coriander 6. 4 cloves garlic, minced 7. 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 8. Salt and pepper, to taste 9. 4 cups fresh spinach 10. 1/2 cup heavy cream 11. 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 12. 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make a horizontal cut in each chicken breast, creating a pocket for stuffing.
3. In a bowl, combine dill, parsley, cumin, coriander, garlic, walnuts, salt, and pepper to make the herbed stuffing.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. Heat olive oil in a large oven safe pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 3 4 minutes per side until browned.
7. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25 30 minutes, or until cooked through.
8. In a separate pan, sauté spinach with garlic over medium heat until wilted.
9. Stir in heavy cream and nutmeg, then simmer for 2 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
10. Serve the stuffed chicken breasts alongside the creamy garlic spinach.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe highlights the flavors of Persian cuisine while accommodating a keto lifestyle. The combination of herbs and spices used in the stuffing elevates the chicken to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Notes

This recipe is suitable for a keto diet as it has a low carbohydrate content and is high in healthy fats.