High-Protein Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Casserole
This creamy, protein-packed casserole combines tender shredded chicken with vibrant spinach and briny artichokes in a lightened-up Greek yogurt sauce. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, it deliv
20
Prep Time
25
Cook Time
45
Total Time
6
Servings
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
This creamy, protein-packed casserole combines tender shredded chicken with vibrant spinach and briny artichokes in a lightened-up Greek yogurt sauce. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, it delivers restaurant-style flavor with 28g protein per serving.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking dish.
Step 2
2. In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Step 3
3. Fold in spinach, artichokes, shredded chicken, ½ cup (50g) mozzarella, and Parmesan. The spinach will wilt slightly as you mix.
Step 4
4. Spread mixture evenly in prepared dish. Top with remaining ¼ cup (25g) mozzarella.
Step 5
5. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and top turns golden.
Step 6
6. Let cool 5 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken slightly.
You Must Know
- ✓1. Press excess liquid from artichokes with a clean kitchen towel to prevent a watery sauce.
- ✓2. For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking (watch carefully).
- ✓3. Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoothest blending with yogurt.
Chef's Notes
1. Press excess liquid from artichokes with a clean kitchen towel to prevent a watery sauce.
2. For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking (watch carefully).
3. Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoothest blending with yogurt.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over cauliflower rice or quinoa for a complete meal, or with crusty whole-grain bread. Perfect for post-workout meals or potlucks.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
245
Calories
28g
Protein
9g
Carbs
11g
Fat
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High-Protein Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Casserole
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Ingredients (10)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in spinach, artichokes, shredded chicken, ½ cup (50g) mozzarella, and Parmesan. The spinach will wilt slightly as you mix.
- Spread mixture evenly in prepared dish. Top with remaining ¼ cup (25g) mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and top turns golden.
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken slightly.
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