🥘 Chicken Spinach and Mushroom Low-Carb Oven Dish
A creamy, cheesy, protein-packed bake that’s perfect for a cozy dinner — low in carbs, high in flavor, and ideal if you’re focusing on healthier, sugar-free meals.
🌿 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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2 large chicken breasts (or 4 small), sliced or cubed
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2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
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1½ cups mushrooms, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream (or half cream + half cream cheese for thicker sauce)
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½ cup cream cheese (softened)
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¾ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt & black pepper to taste
🔥 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Sauté the veggies:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add mushrooms and cook until softened (about 4–5 minutes).
Stir in garlic and spinach; cook until spinach wilts. Remove from heat. -
Prepare the creamy sauce:
In the same pan, add cream and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. -
Assemble:
Place raw chicken in the baking dish.
Spread mushroom-spinach mixture evenly over the top.
Pour creamy sauce over everything.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top. -
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) internally and cheese is golden.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🥗 Serving Ideas (Low-Carb Friendly)
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Serve with roasted zucchini or cauliflower
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Pair with a fresh cucumber salad
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Spoon over sautéed cabbage or cauliflower rice
🧮 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
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Calories: 420–480
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Carbs: 5–7g
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Protein: 35–40g
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Fat: 30–35g
(Varies depending on dairy used.)
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes! Boneless skinless thighs work beautifully and stay extra juicy.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
You can substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and use dairy-free cheese alternatives.
Q: Can I prep this ahead?
Absolutely. Assemble the dish, cover, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake when ready.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying the chicken.
