This creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken is a delicious addition to your collection of favorite chicken dinner recipes. Made with juicy chicken breast, fresh spinach, and artichoke hearts in a creamy, cheesy sauce loaded with parmesan cheese and mozzarella on top, it's tangy, satisfying, and has only 10 minutes of prep!
If you love this creamy chicken dinner recipe, you'll love myMarry Me Chicken,Creamy Chicken Marsala,Creamy Garlic Chicken, andPoppyseed Chicken.
Table of Contents
- What You'll Need
- How to Make This Recipe
- Recipe FAQ's
- Tips for Success
- How do I serve Spinach Artichoke Chicken?
- Substitutions and Variations
- More Easy Chicken Recipes
- Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe Recipe
This recipe is JUST like everybody's favorite creamy spinach artichoke dip in dinner form, and it's genius.With only 10 minutes of prep, and just 30 minutes in the oven, it's perfect for busy weeknights.
Serve it with a crisp salad, some garlic bread, or cooked pasta, rice, or potatoes to finish out the meal and dinner is ready!
If you want more delicious ideas of how to use spinach, try mySpinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells,Strawberry Spinach Salad,, and thisCreamy White Chicken Lasagna with Spinach!
What You'll Need
Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Chicken -I've used small boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but you can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs too.
- Spinach -Use freshly chopped spinach leaves for the best vibrant color, flavor, and added nutrients.
- Artichoke Hearts -Marinated artichoke hearts have so much amazing flavor! Drain them and give the artichokes a rough chop before using in the recipe.
- Cheese -Freshly grated parmesan cheese is used for mixing with the chicken, but you will also need some shredded mozzarella for the top of the dish.
- Mayonnaise -Use full-fat, real mayonnaise for the best creamy flavor and texture for the sauce.
- Sour Cream -Adds to the creaminess of the sauce and also adds a slightly tangy flavor.
- Garlic -Freshly mincing your own garlic is the best way to give you a great savory flavor, but you can use garlic powder or garlic puree in a pinch, but the amounts needed will vary.
- Salt & Pepper -I always use kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to season.
How to Make This Recipe
- Make sauce mix. Combine spinach, artichokes, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and garlic in a bowl and stir to combine.
- Assemble dish. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking or casserole dish. Spread the spinach artichoke mixture on top of the chicken breasts.
- Add cheese. Top with grated mozzarella cheese.
- Bake and serve. Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven until a digital meat thermometer (affiliate link) inserted into the thickest part of the chicken breast registers the internal temperature at 165°F. serve with sides.
Recipe FAQ's
Can I usefrozen spinach?
Yes,frozen spinach will be fine here. Defrost it before adding it to the dish, and try to removeexcess water from it by squeezing it in a paper towel.
How do I store leftover chicken, spinach, and artichoke?
Store leftovers in an airtight container or covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Reheat individual portions in the microwave.
Can I freeze spinach and artichoke chicken?
As we're using mayonnaise in the sauce, I wouldn't recommend freezing this recipe. With only 10 minutes of prep time, it's easy enough to make it on the day.
Tips for Success
- Every oven will work a bit differently, so always use a digital meat thermometer (affiliate link) to check the doneness of the chicken. Theinternal temperaturewill reach 165°F when it's done.
- Pound the chicken with a meat mallet on the thickest side until the chicken breast has an even thickness to ensure it cooks evenly. If you have really big chicken breasts, I recommend using only two of them and slicing them in half horizontally instead.
- Make thecreamy sauceup to a day in advance, and store it in anairtight containerin the fridge before assembling the dish and baking it.
How do I serve Spinach Artichoke Chicken?
ThisSpinach Artichoke Chicken recipeis perfect for dinner for the whole family or for a fancy dinner party. It's versatile, just serve it with yourfavorite sidesto make it acomplete meal.
Try some veggies like myduch*ess PotatoesandBacon Wrapped Asparagus, and thisHeirloom Tomato Salad with Burrata, or myFluffy Mashed Potatoes,, andOven Roasted Cauliflower.
You could also serve this chicken dish withEgg NoodlesorPasta, and don't forget the bread! Try myGrilled Garlic Bread,Homemade Crescent Rolls, or theseCheesy Garlic Mozzarella Swirl Rolls!
Substitutions and Variations
- Add some spice.Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the spinach artichoke mixture to add a bit of spice, or throw in some diced jalapenos for a little heat.
- Use other cheeses.You can use any cheese here. The parmesan gives the chicken a delicious flavor, but you can use Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or Cheddar Cheese for the top to change the flavor.
- Add veggies.You can add nutrients and color to this dish by adding more veggies. Try sweetcorn, peas, green beans, chopped peppers, chopped red onions, or even diced carrots.
- Use other kinds ofchicken.You can use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for this recipe, but you won't need to cook it for as long in the oven—just until heated through. If you use raw chickencutlets, you can slightly reduce the baking time to 20-30 minutes; just remember to check the internal temperature before eating them.
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- Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Bruschetta Chicken
- The BEST White Chicken Enchiladas
- Marry Me Chicken
- Orange Glazed Chicken Wings
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Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe
5 from 2 votes
Amy Nash
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
This creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken is a delicious addition to your collection of favorite chicken dinner recipes. Made with juicy chicken breast, fresh spinach, and artichoke hearts in a creamy, cheesy sauce loaded with parmesan cheese and mozzarella on top, it's tangy, satisfying, and has only 10 minutes of prep!
Ingredients
- 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 12 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Combine spinach, artichokes, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and garlic. Spread on top of chicken breasts. Top with grated mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven until a digital meat thermometer (affiliate link) inserted into the thickest part of the chicken breast registers the internal temperature at 165°F.
Notes
Storage
- Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container or covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave.
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