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

High Protein Chicken Spinach Bake Easy One-Pan Meal with 35g Protein

This high-protein chicken spinach bake is a delicious, easy one-pan meal that's perfect for a healthy dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 170 g boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 240 g fresh spinach
  • 60 g shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 120 g Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste Italian herbs

Equipment

  • Skillet or Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your skillet or baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  3. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  5. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir the sautéed spinach mixture into the yogurt until evenly mixed.
  7. Place seared chicken breasts back into the skillet on top of the spinach mixture. Spoon remaining spinach-yogurt mixture over the chicken to coat it well.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  10. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite spices or herbs before cooking.