Description
A flavorful low-carb chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, artichoke hearts, and creamy goat cheese. This recipe is perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare and bake.
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 ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing its aroma.
- Cook Spinach and Artichokes: Stir in the fresh spinach and chopped artichoke hearts, cooking until the spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts evenly in a baking dish, ready for topping.
- Add Vegetable Mixture: Spoon the sautéed spinach and artichoke mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Top with Goat Cheese: Crumble goat cheese generously over the top of the spinach and artichoke layer.
- Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Rest Chicken: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve: Serve the chicken warm and enjoy a delicious low-carb meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly by using a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Feel free to substitute goat cheese with feta or cream cheese if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of dried herbs like thyme or oregano when seasoning the chicken.
- This dish pairs well with a side of cauliflower rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
