Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Skillet
A rich, flavorful, one-pan chicken dinner loaded with protein and creamy spinach-artichoke goodness! Perfect for busy weeknights, low-carb meals, and comfort food lovers.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken
2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Spinach Artichoke Sauce
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts, chopped
¼ cup cream cheese
2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt & pepper, to taste
Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and mostly cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
Add spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until smooth, creamy, and warmed through.
Return chicken to the pan, nestling pieces into the creamy mixture. Cook another 2–3 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve hot, with the creamy spinach-artichoke sauce spooned over the top.
Health Benefits & Why You’ll Love This Dish:
High in Protein: Each serving delivers 36g of protein for muscle repair and sustained energy.
Low-Carb & Keto-Friendly: With only 8g of carbs, this is perfect for keto, low-carb, or diabetic-friendly diets.
Packed with Vitamins: Spinach and artichokes are rich in vitamin K, fiber, and antioxidants that support immunity and digestion.
One-Pan Convenience: Minimal cleanup, fast cooking, and ideal for meal prep.
Creamy Without Being Heavy: Greek yogurt adds creaminess AND probiotics while keeping calories lower than heavy cream.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 385
Protein: 36g
Carbs: 8g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Make this Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Skillet in just one pan! Juicy chicken breasts smothered in a cheesy spinach and artichoke sauce a high-protein, low-carb dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for keto, family meals, and meal prep.
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