Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
421 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe
Description
This recipe features chicken breasts baked first to start cooking gently, then topped with a mixture of drained artichoke hearts, squeezed spinach, sautéed shallots, minced garlic, and a blend of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. Baking further melts and combines the topping with the chicken, creating a creamy, flavorful layer that contrasts the lean meat beneath.
The creamy topping provides a tangy richness from the yogurt and mayonnaise, while the cheeses add a savory depth. The spinach and artichokes lend a tender, slightly textured vegetable component, making this dish balanced in both flavor and texture.
Spinach Artichoke Chicken can be served as a main course for dinner or a hearty lunch. It pairs well with simple sides such as rice, pasta, or a light salad to complement the richness of the topping.
Ingredients
- olive oil spray form
- 8 chicken breast
- 1 (13.75-oz) can artichoke hearts drained, packed in water
- 10 oz spinach thawed and squeezed
- 2 shallot chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 /2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 /2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 /2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 /2 cup mozzarella cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375º F. Spray baking dish with olive oil nonstick baking spray.
- Place chicken into baking dish. Salt and pepper chicken and then bake 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour on top of chicken. Bake 20-25 minutes.
- Let stand about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 421 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 421kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 527mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 1013mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4329IU | 87% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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