Joy Bauer’s Chicken Spinach Parmesan Recipe Is Ready in 20 Minutes
The Today show nutrition expert transforms the Italian classic into a lighter, quicker weeknight win
When you’re craving comfort food that loves you back, Joy Bauer recipes deliver every single time. This Chicken Spinach Parmesan is proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor.
The beloved Today show nutrition expert has transformed the classic Italian favorite into a lighter, simpler version that’s ready in just 20 minutes. At just 320 calories per serving, this dish packs an impressive 49 grams of protein while sneaking in a generous serving of leafy greens.
Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep inspiration, this recipe proves you can have it all: comfort, convenience, and wellness wrapped up in one delicious, bubbly-cheese-topped package.
Ingredients
- 2 (6 oz. each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning blend
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 to 1 cup marinara sauce, homemade or store-bought
- 5 oz. bag baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 to 1 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella
- 1/2 to 1 Tbs. grated Parmesan
- Red pepper flakes, oregano, and chopped herbs (optional)
Instructions
PrintHeat oven to 400°F . Mist both sides of each chicken breast with olive oil
spray, and season all sides with a liberal sprinkling of Italian seasoning blend and kosher salt. Place chicken on small baking sheet and bake 15–20 min. until internal temp. registers 165°F .
While chicken cooks, coat a large skillet with olive oil spray. Sauté spinach over medium-high heat until wilted down, about 3–5 min. (the spinach will likely be too much volume for the pan, so add extra handfuls as it wilts down). Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat broiler. Add a thin layer of marinara sauce to a casserole dish. Place
cooked chicken on top of sauce and layer each piece with marinara sauce,
sautéed spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, and, if desired, a pinch of orega-
no, red pepper flakes and herbs. Broil for 1 min. until cheese is hot and
bubbly (watch carefully so it doesn’t burn!). Spoon thin layer of warmed
sauce on each plate before topping with chicken.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 49g
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