Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

Yes, you can. Just make sure it’s fully thawed and squeezed dry before adding it to the dish. Frozen spinach holds a lot of moisture, and removing the excess helps keep the sauce from getting watery.

Do I need to cook the mushrooms first?

Nope. The mushrooms cook down perfectly in the oven and release their moisture as the dish bakes. That liquid actually helps create the creamy sauce, so there’s no need for extra steps.

How do I know when the chicken is done?

The chicken is ready when it’s cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Thin-sliced chicken usually finishes right around the 30–35 minute mark, especially with the broth keeping it moist.

Can I make this ahead of time?

You can assemble everything a few hours ahead, cover it, and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it’s going into the oven cold.

Is this recipe keto-friendly?

It’s naturally low carb and works well for many keto-style meal plans, especially when paired with low-carb sides like cauliflower rice or a simple salad.

Low Carb Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Mushroom Bake

Description

A creamy, cheesy low-carb chicken bake packed with spinach and mushrooms – perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

6 thin-sliced chicken breasts
1 small bag fresh baby spinach
1 large package sliced mushrooms
1 container green onion cream cheese
8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup olive oil
1 dash pepper
1 dash herb and garlic seasoning

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
Arrange the thin-sliced chicken breasts evenly in the baking dish. Season with pepper and herb and garlic seasoning.
Spread a layer of green onion cream cheese over each piece of chicken.
Layer the sliced mushrooms over the cream cheese, then add the fresh spinach on top.
Drizzle olive oil evenly over the top, pour in chicken broth, and sprinkle shredded mozzarella over everything.
Bake for 30–35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve warm.

Notes

You can substitute green onion cream cheese with garlic herb or plain cream cheese if preferred. Great for keto or low-carb meal prep.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 410
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: low carb, creamy chicken, spinach, mushroom, keto dinner