Description
You know that warm, cheesy spinach artichoke dip that magically disappears at every party? Imagine that, but spooned generously over juicy baked chicken breasts, with a creamy cottage cheese twist that makes it secretly high-protein and weeknight-hero approved. It’s like a casserole, a dip, and a main dish all teamed up and decided to glow up together. Bonus? It’s stupid easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Situation:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper (you know the drill)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Creamy Dreamy Topping:
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream if you’re feeling fancy)
¼ cup grated Parmesan
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, but why not?)
1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (or use fresh sautéed spinach)
½ cup shredded mozzarella (because cheese is non-negotiable)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep.
Get that oven going at 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish that fits your chicken snugly.
2. Chicken first.
Place chicken breasts in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Give them a little pat for good luck.
3. Mix the topping.
In a bowl, stir together cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Fold in chopped artichokes and spinach. It should look like the dip you hover near at parties.
4. Layer it on.
Spoon the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Top with mozzarella like your life depends on it.
5. Bake.
Pop it in the oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken hits 165°F internally. Want it golden and bubbly? Broil for the last 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
6. Rest, then serve.
Let it sit for 5 minutes so everything settles into creamy perfection. Then serve it up and bask in the compliments.
Notes
Over cauliflower rice if you’re going low-carb.
With buttery mashed potatoes if you’re not.
Next to roasted veggies or a simple salad to balance the richness.
A crusty piece of bread to scoop up sauce? Highly encouraged
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~410 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: ~12g per serving
- Protein: ~42g per serving