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A bubbling skillet of Chicken Spinach Mushroom Bake with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh spinach.

Low-Carb Chicken Spinach Mushroom Bake

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz sliced baby bella mushrooms
  • 6 oz fresh baby spinach
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Season chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then sear in the skillet until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release moisture and turn golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  6. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Add fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring until completely wilted.
  8. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the softened cream cheese and heavy cream until a uniform sauce forms.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the cream sauce.
  10. Spread the mixture into an even layer in the skillet or transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  11. Top evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  12. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.