High Protein Chicken Bake (Print)

Oven-baked chicken layered with Greek yogurt, spinach, and tomatoes, ideal for nutritious and simple meals.

# Ingredients:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
03 - 1/4 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup fresh chopped spinach
05 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings & Oils

07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Lightly coat an 8x8 inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until fully incorporated.
04 - Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
05 - Evenly distribute the yogurt-spinach mixture over each chicken breast, covering the top surface.
06 - Scatter halved cherry tomatoes around and across the top of each chicken breast.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the top develops a light golden color.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's the kind of meal that feels indulgent while actually fueling your body with 40 grams of protein per serving.
  • Minimal prep means you can have it in the oven before you've even changed out of work clothes.
  • The creamy yogurt topping stays moist and tender, never dry or tough like some baked chicken can be.
02 -
  • Don't skip the 5-minute rest—I learned this the hard way when I served it straight from the oven and watched the juices run all over the plate instead of staying in the chicken.
  • If your chicken breasts are thick, pound them gently to an even thickness first, or they'll cook unevenly and some pieces will dry out while others finish cooking.
03 -
  • Keep the oven at 400°F—going higher risks the yogurt topping browning too fast before the chicken cooks through, and going lower means longer cooking time and risking dry chicken.
  • If you want extra flavor, sprinkle fresh basil or a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes on top just before baking, which adds complexity without extra work.
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