Chicken Spinach & Mushroom Low-Carb Oven Dish
Creamy, savory, and satisfying—high protein, low carb, and baked all in one dish.
⏱️ Time
Prep: 10–15 minutes
Bake: 30–35 minutes
Total: ~45 minutes
🍽️ Serves
4
🧺 Ingredients
1½ lb (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs)
2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
3 cups fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter option)
¼ cup chicken broth
½ cup shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven
Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish.
Season the chicken
Pat chicken dry.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Place in baking dish.
Add vegetables
Scatter mushrooms and garlic around and over chicken.
Drizzle olive oil over veggies.
Make it creamy
In a bowl, mix cream and chicken broth.
Pour evenly over chicken and mushrooms.
Bake
Cover loosely with foil.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Add spinach & cheese
Remove foil.
Stir spinach into sauce (it will wilt quickly).
Sprinkle cheese over the top.
Finish baking
Return to oven uncovered.
Bake another 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F / 74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
Rest & serve
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🍽️ Serving Ideas (Low-Carb Friendly)
Cauliflower rice
Zucchini noodles
Steamed broccoli or asparagus
Simple green salad
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Absolutely. Thighs stay juicier and work great—just add 5 extra minutes if they’re thick.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes. Use full-fat coconut milk and skip the cheese or use dairy-free cheese.
Q: Will frozen spinach work?
A: Yes—thaw and squeeze out excess liquid before adding.
Q: How do I know the chicken is done?
A: Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
Q: Can I prep this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble everything except spinach and cheese, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add spinach & cheese before baking.
Q: How long do leftovers last?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Q: Can I freeze this dish?
A: You can, but creamy sauces may separate slightly. Freeze up to 2 months and reheat gently.
🔥 Optional Flavor Boosts
Add sun-dried tomatoes
Stir in Dijon mustard or pesto
Finish with fresh thyme or parsley
Add bacon crumbles (still low-carb!)
