Baked Feta and Spinach Chicken: A Flavorful and Easy Dinner
This easy Baked Feta and Spinach Chicken recipecombines juicy chicken breasts with a flavorful topping of spinach, tomatoes,garlic, and feta cheese for a delicious and nutritious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal
For the Chicken:
- 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts, roughly equivalent to four pieces.
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
For the Topping:
- 16 oz grape tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 6 cloves garlic pressed
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper on both sides. In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side until it develops a golden-brown crust. Remove the skillet from heat.
Add the Topping: In a bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, chopped spinach, pressed garlic, and feta cheese. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to mix. Add the heavy cream to the mixture, stirring gently to incorporate. If you like a little heat, sprinkle in the crushed red pepper.
Bake the Chicken: Spread the tomato, spinach, and feta mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the skillet or baking dish. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C) and the tomatoes have softened.
Serve: After the chicken is finished cooking, take it out of the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes. Serve hot, with the flavorful tomato and feta topping spooned over the chicken. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
Keyword Baked Feta Chicken