Description
A hearty, healthy, and low-carb chicken bake with creamy spinach and mushrooms, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups sliced baby bella mushrooms
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in minced garlic, heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Whisk until smooth and bubbly. Add a splash of chicken broth or water if the sauce is too thick.
- Place the chicken breasts back into the skillet or transfer to a baking dish. Top with fresh spinach and pour the creamy mushroom sauce over everything.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Optional: Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top and broil for 2-3 minutes for a golden, bubbly finish.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Don’t skip searing the chicken—it locks in juices and adds flavor.’, ‘Use room temperature cream cheese for easier melting.’, ‘Fresh spinach is preferred; if using frozen spinach, squeeze out all moisture.’, ‘Taste the sauce before baking and adjust seasoning as needed.’, ‘Make extra sauce to serve over cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or mashed potatoes.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
Keywords: low carb, chicken bake, creamy chicken, spinach, mushrooms, keto dinner, easy dinner, meal prep