Chicken Spinach & Mushroom Low-Carb Oven Dish
Creamy, savory, and satisfying—high protein, low carb, and baked all in one dish.
⏱️ Time
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Prep: 10–15 minutes
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Bake: 30–35 minutes
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Total: ~45 minutes
🍽️ Serves
4
🧺 Ingredients
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1½ lb (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs)
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2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
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3 cups fresh spinach
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter option)
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¼ cup chicken broth
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½ cup shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven
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Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Season the chicken
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Pat chicken dry.
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
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Place in baking dish.
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Add vegetables
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Scatter mushrooms and garlic around and over chicken.
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Drizzle olive oil over veggies.
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Make it creamy
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In a bowl, mix cream and chicken broth.
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Pour evenly over chicken and mushrooms.
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Bake
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Cover loosely with foil.
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Bake for 25 minutes.
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Add spinach & cheese
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Remove foil.
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Stir spinach into sauce (it will wilt quickly).
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Sprinkle cheese over the top.
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Finish baking
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Return to oven uncovered.
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Bake another 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F / 74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
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Rest & serve
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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🍽️ Serving Ideas (Low-Carb Friendly)
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Cauliflower rice
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Zucchini noodles
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Steamed broccoli or asparagus
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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
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Add sun-dried tomatoes
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Stir in Dijon mustard or pesto
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Finish with fresh thyme or parsley
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Add bacon crumbles (still low-carb!)
