Description

This Easy Low-Carb Chicken Spinach Mushroom Bake is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal. Featuring tender chicken breasts topped with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a rich blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses baked in a luscious heavy cream sauce, this recipe is deliciously low in carbs and high in taste. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s a cozy dinner that pairs well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Seasoning

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables

8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy and Oils

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Prep Your Oven and Dish: First, turn on your oven and set it to 375°F (190°C). While it’s warming up, lightly grease a baking dish to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Sauté the Mushrooms: In a large skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium heat. Once hot, toss in the sliced mushrooms. Stir them around and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they’re golden and soft. This will release all their delicious flavors!
Add Garlic and Spinach: Next, add the minced garlic to the skillet with the mushrooms and cook for about 1 minute, just until you can smell the garlic. Then, stir in the chopped spinach and let it cook for about 3 minutes, or until it’s wilted. Once done, take it off the heat.
Season the Chicken: Get your chicken breasts ready! Season each one with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and oregano for a tasty flavor boost.
Assemble the Dish: Lay the seasoned chicken breasts evenly in the greased baking dish. Now, spread the yummy spinach and mushroom mixture over the top of the chicken. This adds nutrition and flavor!
Add Cream and Cheese: Pour the heavy cream evenly over everything in the dish. Then, sprinkle cheese on top—both the mozzarella and Parmesan will create a cheesy, bubbly layer when baked.
Bake to Perfection: Pop the baking dish into your preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the chicken is thoroughly cooked (165°F internally) and the cheese is melted and golden!
Serve and Enjoy: Once it’s done baking, let the dish cool for about 5 minutes. This helps everything settle a bit. Then, serve it up and enjoy your creamy, low-carb chicken bake with family or friends!

Notes

You can swap out the heavy cream for half-and-half for a slightly lighter version, though the sauce won’t be as rich.
If fresh spinach is unavailable, frozen spinach (thawed and drained) can be used instead.
Use a food thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
This dish reheats well for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
For extra flavor, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking and Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 370 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 140 mg

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