Description
A one-pan meal with golden-baked chicken, spinach, and Greek yogurt, offering 35g protein per serving. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs (680g) boneless skinless chicken breast
16 cups fresh spinach (loose)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups Greek yogurt (original or low-fat)
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt, pepper, and Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
Optional: Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Grease an oven-safe skillet (9×13-inch recommended) with olive oil
Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden
Spread chopped onions over chicken in the skillet
Top with minced garlic, salt, and herbs
Pour Greek yogurt evenly over chicken and onions
Add fresh spinach, then top with mozzarella cheese
Bake 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
For dietary adjustments: swap mozzarella with provolone or low-fat cheese
Optional additions: add sliced mushrooms or cherry tomatoes
Storage: refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days
Strict low-carb diets: omit optional Parmesan cheese
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking; Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (per heading)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg