A creamy, meal-prep-friendly chicken bake packed with lean protein, spinach, artichokes, and a bright lemon-herb sauce.
Servings
6 servings
Ingredients
Chicken & Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ small onion, diced
Creamy Lemon-Herb Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 oz light cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp milk (if needed for thinning)
Topping
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Season the Chicken
In a large bowl combine:
- Chicken
- Olive oil
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Mix well.
3. Make the Sauce
In another bowl whisk together:
- Greek yogurt
- Cream cheese
- Parmesan
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Italian seasoning
- Parsley
Add milk if the sauce is too thick.
4. Assemble
Add to the baking dish:
- Seasoned chicken
- Spinach
- Artichokes
- Bell pepper
- Onion
Pour sauce over everything and mix gently.
Top with mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes.
- Chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Broil 2–3 minutes for a golden cheesy top if desired.
Meal Prep Tips
- Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Great with:
- brown rice
- roasted potatoes
- quinoa
- cauliflower rice
- pasta
Extra Protein Add-Ins
- Stir in white beans
- Add extra parmesan
- Use cottage cheese blended into the sauce
- Serve with high-protein pasta
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Protein: 42–48g
- Calories: 360–430
- Carbs: 10–14g
- Fat: 14–18g
