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A delicious plate of High Protein Chicken Spinach Bake Easy One-Pan Meal with 35g Protein

Easy High Protein Chicken Spinach Bake

A creamy, cheesy high protein chicken spinach bake made with tender chicken breasts, fresh spinach, Greek yogurt, and mozzarella for an easy one-pan comfort meal packed with flavor and 35g of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts approximately 170g / 6oz each
  • 240 g fresh spinach washed and roughly chopped
  • 60 g shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 120 g plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 –2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
  • Optional: red pepper flakes
  • Optional: lemon juice
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs.
  3. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic and onion for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add the spinach in batches and cook until fully wilted.
  7. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt with extra Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  8. Fold the spinach mixture into the yogurt until evenly combined.
  9. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the spinach-yogurt mixture over the top.
  10. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly across the dish.
  11. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  12. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken. Frozen spinach can be substituted if fully thawed and squeezed dry. This dish is perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully.