Description
A delicious creamy chicken bake featuring chicken breasts, spinach, and a cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chopped baby spinach
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder; cook until browned (about 4-5 minutes), then transfer to a plate.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped spinach, and parsley. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet and layer the creamy cheese mixture evenly on top.
- Place in preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden on top.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Can use canola or vegetable oil as an alternative to olive oil.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
- Fresh garlic can be used for an even richer taste instead of garlic powder.
- Swap smoked paprika with regular paprika if unavailable.
- Can be omitted if fresh parsley is not on hand.
- Low-fat cream cheese can be used for a healthier option.
- Cheddar can be substituted for mozzarella if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg