Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Bake (Printable Version)

Tender chicken breasts baked under a creamy spinach and artichoke topping made with Greek yogurt and cheese.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
02 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Spinach & Artichoke Topping

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole milk preferred)
09 - 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then arrange in a single layer in the prepared dish.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix until well combined.
04 - Spread the spinach and artichoke mixture evenly over each chicken breast, covering completely.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the topping is golden and bubbly.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy spinach and artichoke topping tastes like your favorite restaurant dip but its actually a wholesome dinner
  • Everything bakes in one dish so cleanup is almost nonexistent
02 -
  • Dont skip the resting time or you will lose all those delicious juices when you cut into the chicken
  • If your chicken breasts are very thick pound them to an even thickness before seasoning for more consistent cooking
03 -
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre shredded for better melting and a deeper flavor
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning so they develop a nicer texture in the oven
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