Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach & Herb Filling

Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach & Herb Filling

Treat yourself to a cozy, restaurant-worthy dinner with this juicy low-FODMAP stuffed chicken breast with spinach and herb filling that is 100% SIBO-friendly. Tender chicken breast is sliced to create a pocket and stuffed with a warm, velvety blend of wilted spinach, smooth lactose-free cream cheese, savory Parmesan, and fresh parsley. Baked until golden and juicy, this comforting, single-serving entree packs a rich, cheesy bite seasoned to perfection with garlic-infused olive oil and classic Italian herbs.

Crafted with sensitive stomachs in mind, this gluten-free and low-lactose chicken recipe delivers indulgent, savory flavor without relying on heavy cream, raw garlic, or onion. By leveraging lactose-free cream cheese, naturally low-lactose aged Parmesan, and fructan-free garlic-infused olive oil, you can enjoy a decadent, high-protein meal completely free of bloating, gas, or IBS flare-ups. It is a worry-free, satisfying option for anyone following a strict SIBO meal plan, prioritizing gut health, or seeking a clean, comfort-food dinner.

Yield 1
Serving Size 1
Servings 1
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes (includes 5 minutes resting time)

Estimated Nutrition

  • Calories: 360 kcal

  • Total Fat: 16g

    • Saturated Fat: 6g

    • Trans Fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 130mg

  • Sodium: 420mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 3g

    • Dietary Fiber: 1g

    • Sugars: 1g

  • Protein: 49g

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. Chicken Breast
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Spinach, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. Lactose-free Cream Cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp. Garlic-infused Olive Oil
  • ½ tsp. Dried Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2

Carefully slice chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket.

Step 3

Heat garlic-infused olive oil in a small pan.

Step 4

Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Step 5

Mix spinach with lactose-free cream cheese, Parmesan, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Stuff filling into the chicken pocket.

Step 7

Secure with toothpicks if needed.

Step 8

Place chicken in a baking dish and season outside with salt and pepper.

Step 9

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F internally.

Step 10

Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

**All recipes are designed to be low-FODMAP when prepared in the specified serving sizes. Individual tolerance may vary.
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