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Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Bake

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A creamy, low-carb chicken bake topped with sautéed spinach and mushrooms, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (skinless recommended)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or shiitake work)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Substitute for ricotta plus a tbsp of cream for a lighter texture.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking mushrooms and spinach)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked. Transfer to a baking dish.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown, about 4–5 minutes.
  5. Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Remove the pan from heat and fold in softened cream cheese until a creamy mixture forms. Stir in half the shredded mozzarella.
  7. Spoon the filling evenly over the seared chicken breasts.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep juices locked in.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

For best results, soften cream cheese at room temperature or microwave in 10-second bursts. Don’t overcook mushrooms to keep them flavorful. Searing chicken first gives it a better texture.
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