Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Low-Carb Chicken Spinach Mushroom Bake, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and earthy mushrooms in a creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this easy recipe guarantees a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious. With every bite, experience a harmony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté garlic and mushrooms until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes). Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Pour heavy cream over the vegetables; simmer briefly until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, cover with creamy mixture, and top with cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg