Low-Carb Chicken, Spinach & Mushroom Bake – Creamy, Cozy & Guilt-Free

This Low-Carb Chicken, Spinach & Mushroom Bake is rich and comforting without the carbs. Juicy chicken baked in a creamy garlic sauce with earthy mushrooms and tender spinach—perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep 😍

ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups fresh spinach

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh parsley

directions:

prep

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Lightly grease a baking dish.

sear the chicken

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden (it will finish cooking in the oven).

Transfer chicken to baking dish.

cook veggies

In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until browned.

Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

Add spinach and cook just until wilted.

make the sauce

Stir in cream and chicken broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

Season to taste.

assemble

Pour mushroom-spinach sauce over chicken.

Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.

bake

Bake uncovered 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

serve

Let rest 5 minutes.

Garnish if desired and serve with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.

tips:

• Thighs stay extra juicy and flavorful

• Add cream cheese for an even richer sauce

• Great reheated for lunches

prep time: 15 mins

bake time: 30 mins

serves: 4–6