Lightened Marry Me Chicken (Printable)

Creamy chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and cheeses, oven-baked for a savory snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (approx. 2 large breasts)

→ Dairy & Cheeses

02 - 4 oz light cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat)
04 - ½ cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

06 - ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

→ Seasonings

09 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
10 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
11 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Extras

14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Warm olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, blend the shredded chicken, sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, light cream cheese, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan, fresh basil, oregano, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
04 - Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased 1-quart baking dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
06 - Sprinkle extra fresh basil on top. Serve warm accompanied by sliced vegetables, whole grain crackers, or pita chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Light and creamy without excess calories
  • Perfect for gluten-free diets and easy entertaining
02 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience
  • Greek yogurt can be substituted with low-fat sour cream if preferred
03 -
  • Drain sun-dried tomatoes well to avoid extra moisture
  • Let dip rest for 5 minutes after baking for easier serving
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