Description
Protein-packed spinach and artichoke chicken casserole delivers comfort and nutrition in one delightful dish. Creamy textures blend with savory chicken, promising a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Meat:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
Vegetables and Base Ingredients:
- 1 (14 ounces/396 grams) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Cheese and Dairy:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Topping:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons almond flour or crushed pork rinds
Instructions
- Warm the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a toasty 375F (190C), simultaneously preparing a 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light grease coating.
- Craft a luxurious creamy foundation by whisking Greek yogurt, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into a velvety, uniform mixture.
- Introduce shredded chicken, finely chopped spinach, and tender artichoke pieces into the creamy blend, gently folding until each ingredient is lavishly embraced by the sauce.
- Elegantly transfer the harmonious mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface for even distribution.
- Crown the casserole with an additional sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan, then dust with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to create a tantalizingly crisp golden topping.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the flavors to meld and the surface to transform into a bubbling, golden masterpiece over 20-25 minutes.
- Retrieve the casserole and permit it to rest briefly, allowing the intense flavors to settle, then serve this protein-packed delight while still warm and inviting.
Notes
- Customize protein sources by swapping chicken with turkey, shredded tofu, or plant-based alternatives for varied dietary needs.
- Enhance nutrition by incorporating additional vegetables like roasted bell peppers or cauliflower to boost vegetable content and flavor complexity.
- Reduce dairy for lactose-sensitive individuals by using dairy-free cream cheese alternatives and nutritional yeast instead of traditional cheeses.
- Prep ahead by assembling the casserole in advance and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking, which helps develop deeper flavors and saves cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg