Description

This Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake is a delicious and healthy casserole that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy spinach and artichoke mixture, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish bakes in one pan for easy cleanup while delivering hearty flavors inspired by the classic dip.

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 right temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
Prepare Spinach Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the roughly chopped baby spinach, plain low-fat yogurt, marinated and chopped artichoke hearts, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy, flavorful spinach artichoke topping.
Assemble Chicken Bake: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Evenly spread the prepared spinach and artichoke mixture over the top of each chicken breast, making sure to cover them well.
Add Cheese Topping: Lay 2 slices of mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast. It’s fine if the slices overlap slightly to cover the entire surface.
Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165ºF to ensure safety and juiciness.
Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices settle and makes for a more flavorful dish.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s internal temperature for best results.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for plain yogurt for a thicker consistency.
Marinated artichoke hearts add extra flavor, but you can rinse them if you prefer less sodium.
Feel free to add crushed red pepper flakes to the spinach mixture for a spicy kick.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Spinach Artichoke Chicken, Baked Chicken Recipe, Healthy Chicken Casserole, Easy Chicken Bake, Low Fat Dinner