
Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Bake
A comforting and flavorful chicken bake featuring spinach, artichoke hearts, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment Needed
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2.00 poundsBoneless, skinless chicken breasts(Cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1.00 mediumRed bell pepper(Finely chopped)
- 0.50 mediumYellow onion(Finely chopped)
- 2.00 cansArtichoke hearts((13.5-ounce), drained and squeezed)
- 2.00 cupsBaby spinach(Lightly packed, roughly chopped)
- 0.50 cupParmesan cheese(Freshly grated, optional)
- 0.50 cupMayonnaise(Use a good quality mayonnaise)
- 4.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)
- 1.00 mediumLemon(Zested and juiced)
- 1.00 teaspoonDried oregano
- 1.00 teaspoonDried thyme
- 1.00 teaspoonKosher salt
- 0.50 teaspoonBlack pepper(Freshly ground)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and place in a large bowl.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Add chopped bell pepper, onion, artichoke hearts, and spinach to the bowl.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Stir in parmesan cheese (if using).
Estimated time: 2 minutes
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon zest and juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Pour dressing over chicken mixture and gently toss to combine.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and heated through.
Estimated time: 25 minutes
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve hot and enjoy!
Estimated time: 1 minutes