Description
Delightful “High-Protein Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Casserole” brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with creamy, nutritious goodness. Packed with lean protein and rich vegetables, this comforting dish will satisfy you from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Vegetable Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces/396 grams) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauteing spinach)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully shred chicken breasts using two forks after thoroughly cooking through preferred method like grilling, baking, or boiling.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over moderate temperature and gently wilt chopped spinach for approximately 3-4 minutes, then allow to cool momentarily.
- Integrate shredded chicken with wilted spinach, artichoke pieces, creamy Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning agents, and optional red pepper flakes in a generously sized mixing vessel.
- Thoroughly blend ingredients until achieving uniform consistency and distribute mixture evenly across a lightly greased rectangular baking vessel.
- Position casserole inside a preheated oven calibrated to 375°F, allowing golden caramelization and complete thermal penetration for roughly 20-25 minutes.
- Extract casserole from oven, permitting brief resting period to stabilize internal temperature and enhance structural integrity.
- Optional garnishing with freshly chopped parsley can elevate visual presentation before serving warm and inviting portions to eager diners.
Notes
- Optimize protein absorption by ensuring chicken is thoroughly cooked and shredded finely for even distribution throughout the casserole.
- Drain excess liquid from spinach and artichokes to prevent a soggy texture and maintain the casserole’s ideal consistency.
- Swap Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt for lactose-intolerant or vegan diets, maintaining creamy texture and protein content.
- Add extra crunch by topping with toasted almond slivers or crispy breadcrumbs before baking for a delightful textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg