High Protein Chicken Bake (Printable)

Flavorful oven-baked chicken with Greek yogurt, spinach, and tomatoes. High protein, low carb, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, approximately 4 small breasts
02 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, non-fat or low-fat
03 - ¼ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
05 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings & Oils

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir until thoroughly incorporated.
03 - Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
04 - Spread the yogurt-spinach mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, covering completely.
05 - Distribute halved cherry tomatoes around and on top of the chicken pieces.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the topping is lightly golden.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The yogurt topping keeps the chicken incredibly moist while baking
  • Everything comes together in one dish with minimal prep work
  • Each serving delivers 40 grams of protein without the heavy carb load
02 -
  • Do not skip letting the chicken rest or all those juices will run out the moment you cut into it
  • The yogurt mixture might look a little loose going in, but it sets up beautifully as it bakes
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before adding the topping or it will not adhere properly
  • Use room temperature Greek yogurt for easier mixing and better spreadability
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