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Keto Spinach Artichoke Chicken

A delicious and hearty low-carb meal featuring tender chicken topped with a creamy spinach and artichoke mixture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Low Carb
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy Mixture
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's fully softened for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
Mixing
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and minced garlic. Add onion powder and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  2. Fold the chopped spinach and drained artichoke hearts into the creamy mixture until everything is evenly mixed.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Evenly spread the spinach-artichoke mixture over the chicken breasts, covering them completely.
  2. Top the casserole with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top.
  3. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese topping is golden and bubbly.
  4. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish can be served as a main course alongside a simple side salad or steamed vegetables to keep it low-carb. It pairs well with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a complete meal. Consider adding cooked bacon pieces or a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor.