Description
This Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Low Carb Oven Dish is a perfect blend of flavors and nutrition, making it an ideal option for those looking to enjoy a hearty meal without the carbs. Tender chicken breasts are combined with fresh spinach and earthy mushrooms, all enveloped in a creamy sauce that’s both satisfying and healthy. With its quick preparation and one-pan simplicity, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Plus, it’s easily customizable—feel free to add your favorite low-carb vegetables or herbs to make it your own.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried thyme or Italian seasoning; cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for one minute before adding mushrooms; cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted (2–3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for about 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer cooked chicken breasts and pour the creamy vegetable sauce over them. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese melts and is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg