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Bariatric Cajun Chicken Stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach – High-Protein, Low-Carb Post-Op Friendly Meal

Bariatric Cajun Chicken Stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach Recipe

Allan
This Bariatric Cajun Chicken Stuffed with Pepper Jack Cheese & Spinach is a flavorful, high-protein, low-carb meal perfect for post-op diets. With tender chicken, creamy cheese, and nutritious spinach, it’s both indulgent and healthy. Quick to prepare and easy to enjoy, it’s a recipe you’ll return to time and again.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Bariatric-friendly
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts 6 oz each
  • 4 oz Pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Butterfly chicken breasts and season with Cajun spices, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix spinach with shredded cheese and a pinch of Cajun seasoning.
  • Stuff chicken with filling; secure with toothpicks.
  • Optional: Sear chicken in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side.
  • Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20–25 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Remove toothpicks, rest 5 minutes, and serve.