Healthy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake Recipe
A wholesome and flavorful Healthy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy mixture of spinach, artichokes, and yogurt, finished with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy oven-baked dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that combines protein, vegetables, and comforting cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 (6-8 oz) chicken breasts
Spinach Artichoke Mixture
- 2 cups packed baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Topping
- 8 slices mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Spinach Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the roughly chopped baby spinach, plain low-fat yogurt, drained and chopped marinated artichoke hearts, garlic powder, and dijon mustard. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly blended.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9×13 inch baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly for proper cooking.
- Top Chicken: Evenly spread the spinach-artichoke mixture over each chicken breast, making sure each one is generously covered.
- Add Cheese: Place 2 slices of mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast, overlapping them if necessary to cover the surface.
- Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and ensure moistness.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken to guarantee it is safely cooked.
- You can substitute low-fat yogurt with Greek yogurt for a thicker texture and added protein.
- If you prefer, swap mozzarella cheese with a lower-fat cheese to reduce calories.
- Marinated artichokes add extra flavor; drain them well to avoid excess moisture in the dish.
- Serve with a simple side salad, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
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