Spinach, ricotta & chicken traybake

Spinach, ricotta & chicken traybake
The recipe Spinach, ricotta & chicken traybake can be made in about 50 minutes. This recipe makes 4 servings with 478 calories, 55g of protein, and 17g of fat each. This recipe covers 38% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It works well as a rather expensive main course. 116 people found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. If you have breadcrumb, courgettes, peppers, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it.

Instructions

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Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
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Put the spinach in a large colander and pour over 1-2 kettles of boiling water to wilt. Allow to drain for a few mins, then squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Chop, put in a bowl and beat in the ricotta, lemon zest, nutmeg and plenty of seasoning.
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Using a sharp knife, cut a slit into the side of each chicken breast and use your fingers to make a little pocket. Spoon the mixture into the 4 breasts. Rub with 2 tsp of the oil and press the breadcrumbs on top, then arrange the chicken in a roasting tin.
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Put the vegetables on another tray and drizzle with the remaining oil, and season well.
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Bake the chicken and veg for around 30 mins, stirring the veg once.
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Remove when the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden.
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Remove the softened garlic from the vegetables and mash it with the lemon juice, then stir this with the roasted veg and serve with the chicken.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In50 m.
Servings4
Health Score53
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