Description
A quick and flavorful dinner featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with creamy feta and garlic spinach. This high-protein meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each, 3/4 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly brush a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and dried oregano.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a small drizzle of olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, stir together feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Fold in the wilted spinach mixture.
- Spoon the spinach and feta mixture evenly over each chicken breast, spreading gently to cover the tops.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and the topping is lightly golden at the edges.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F as measured with a meat thermometer to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean