Speedy Spinach Artichoke Dip Chicken
Not just a snack anymore. Enjoy creamy cheesy spinach artichoke dip for dinner. This quick skillet meal comes together in 15 minutes. It’s so yummy, you might want to make a little extra to serve with raw veggies.
Ingredients
- ▢1 cup fresh spinach, shredded
- ▢1/2 cup drained quartered artichoke hearts
- ▢1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons, grated Parmesan cheese
- ▢3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- ▢1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- ▢1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- ▢1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- ▢2 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella
- ▢4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Instructions
- Put the spinach and artichokes in a microwave safe bowl. Cover and cook for 1 minute on high.
- Add ¼ cup Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic, onion powder, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Fold in the mozzarella. Set aside the dip mixture.
- Cover the chicken breasts with wax paper or plastic wrap. Gently pound to ¼-inch thickness.
- Spray nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
- Add chicken to skillet and cook over medium-high heat. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- Top each breast with ¼ cup of the spinach dip.
- Add ¼ cup of water to the skillet and cover. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until chicken is done.
- Sprinkle each breast with 1 teaspoon of Parmesan cheese.
Recipe Notes
Substitute fresh spinach with ½ cup frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry).Skip the pounding, and purchase thin sliced chicken breasts.
Serving size: 1 chicken breast topped with ¼-cup dipClick here to see your
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Nutrition FactsSpeedy Spinach Artichoke Dip ChickenAmount Per Serving (1 chicken breast topped with dip)Calories 200Calories from Fat 72% Daily Value*Fat 8g12%Carbohydrates 4g1%Fiber 1g4%Protein 28g56%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
