Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create your own Spinach Artichoke Chicken with Cottage Cheese:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Sear the Chicken: In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Combine Vegetables: Add chopped spinach and artichokes to the skillet. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Mix with Cottage Cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
7. Assemble the Dish: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the cottage cheese mixture over each piece of chicken, ensuring they’re well covered.
8. Add Mozzarella Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the chicken and cottage cheese mixture.
9. Bake in Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
By following these simple steps, you’ll have a delicious and healthy meal ready to impress your family or dinner guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Cut the chicken into slices before serving for easy enjoyment.
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 38g