Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package chopped frozen spinach, thawed and pressed
1 clove garlic, minced
2 eggs, beaten
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Directions:
1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2 Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste. Slit open on the side for stuffing; set aside.
3 In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, garlic, eggs and 3/4 of the cheese. Mix well and stuff each breast with 1/4 of the mixture; secure with toothpicks and place stuffed breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour sauce over all and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
4 Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Makes 4 servings. Amount per serving:
Calories 542
Protein 57.2g
Total Fat 25.1g*
Sodium 1006mg
Cholesterol 239mg
Carbohydrates 20.5g*
Fiber 3.9g

* - will decrease with light cheese