Description
Lazy spinach artichoke baked chicken delivers creamy comfort with minimal kitchen effort. Rich Mediterranean flavors blend seamlessly, promising delicious dinner satisfaction you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.2 pounds (1 pound 3 ounces) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dip and Cheese:
- 1 (10-16 ounces) container spinach artichoke dip
- 1 heaping cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and lightly coating a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Equalize chicken breast thickness by gently pounding or slicing horizontally to ensure uniform cooking, then trim into appropriately sized portions.
- Position chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish, creating a single layer without overcrowding.
- Generously spread spinach artichoke dip across the surface of each chicken piece, ensuring complete coverage while maintaining a moderate layer thickness.
- Distribute shredded cheese uniformly over the dip-covered chicken, creating an even, melty topping.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and cook uncovered for approximately 30 minutes, verifying doneness by confirming the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling the juices to redistribute and ensuring optimal moisture.
- Plate the chicken alongside complementary side dishes such as buttered noodles, roasted vegetables, rice pilaf, garlic bread, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Customize chicken thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dryness by pounding or slicing breasts uniformly.
- Select high-quality spinach artichoke dip for maximum flavor, considering homemade versions can elevate the dish’s taste profile.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like mozzarella, parmesan, or gruyere to create unique flavor combinations and textures.
- Enhance protein options by substituting chicken with turkey breast or tofu for dietary preferences while maintaining the recipe’s core essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 426 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 56 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg