Description

This Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake is a delicious and healthy one-dish meal featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy mixture of spinach, marinated artichokes, and tangy low-fat yogurt, finished with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients in an easy-to-make baked chicken recipe.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 (6-8oz) 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

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
Prepare Spinach Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the roughly chopped baby spinach, plain low-fat yogurt, chopped marinated artichoke hearts, garlic powder, and dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated to form a creamy topping.
Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Make sure the pieces are spaced slightly apart for even cooking.
Top Chicken: Evenly distribute the spinach and artichoke mixture over each chicken breast. Then, layer two slices of mozzarella cheese on top of each piece, allowing the slices to overlap if needed to cover the surface well.
Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165ºF to ensure safety and juiciness.
Rest and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. This resting time allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen baby spinach as available, just be sure to thaw and drain excess moisture if using frozen.
You can substitute the plain low-fat yogurt with Greek yogurt for a thicker and tangier texture.
For a dairy-free version, swap mozzarella cheese with a plant-based alternative or omit cheese entirely.
Check the size of chicken breasts before baking; larger breasts may require additional cooking time to reach safe temperatures.
Marinated artichoke hearts add flavor and moisture; if using plain artichokes, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or olive oil.