Keto Spinach Artichoke Chicken (Printable)

Low-carb chicken bake with creamy spinach, artichokes, and melted cheeses for a hearty dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
03 - 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup sour cream
07 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place chicken breasts in prepared baking dish. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Mix until smooth.
04 - Fold chopped spinach and artichoke hearts into the cheese mixture.
05 - Evenly spread the spinach-artichoke mixture over the chicken breasts.
06 - Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if desired.
07 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and top is golden and bubbly.
08 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Perfect for keto and low-carb diets with only 6g carbs per serving
  • One-dish meal that's ready in just 45 minutes
  • Combines the beloved flavors of spinach artichoke dip with protein-rich chicken
  • Naturally gluten-free comfort food that doesn't sacrifice flavor
  • Impressive enough for company but easy enough for weeknights
02 -
  • For meal prep, assemble the entire dish up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve
  • If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out excess moisture to prevent a watery sauce
  • Let cream cheese come to room temperature for easier mixing
  • For extra crispy topping, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking time (watch carefully!)
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
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