Description
A delicious and healthy low carb chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts topped with sautéed spinach, artichoke hearts, and creamy goat cheese. This recipe is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning & Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil until hot but not smoking.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Spinach and Artichokes: Stir in the fresh spinach and chopped artichoke hearts, cooking them until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish evenly spaced.
- Add Vegetable Mixture: Evenly top each chicken breast with the sautéed spinach and artichoke mixture.
- Add Goat Cheese: Crumble the goat cheese over the spinach and artichoke topping on each breast.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve: Serve the chicken warm and enjoy this flavorful low carb meal.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese with feta for a similar tangy flavor.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly by using a meat thermometer to reach 165°F (74°C).
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with baby kale or Swiss chard if desired.
- This dish pairs well with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
