Easy Low-Carb Chicken Spinach Mushroom Bake
A delightful low-carb bake featuring tender shredded chicken, vibrant spinach, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté the minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the shredded chicken and heavy cream, mixing well.
- Cheesy goodness: fold in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes and serve warm.
Notes
This dish is versatile; you can add red pepper flakes for spice or substitute with vegetables like cauliflower or zucchini noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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