Chicken Spinach & Mushroom Low Carb (Printable)

Creamy, cheesy casserole packed with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and savory mushrooms. A protein-rich low-carb meal ready in 40 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 cups fresh spinach
03 - 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
07 - 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Oils & Seasonings

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sliced mushrooms; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
04 - Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
05 - Spread the cooked chicken evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
06 - Distribute the sautéed mushroom, spinach, and onion mixture evenly over the chicken layer.
07 - Drizzle heavy cream evenly over the entire dish, ensuring good coverage.
08 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese generously over the top of the casserole.
09 - Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and golden brown with bubbling edges.
10 - Remove from oven and allow dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving to set the texture and make serving easier.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The heavy cream creates the most velvety sauce without any flour or thickeners
  • Leftovers actually taste better the next day, if they last that long
02 -
  • Squeeze excess moisture from your spinach after wilting, or you will end up with a watery casserole
  • The heavy cream looks like it is not enough, but trust the process, it creates the perfect sauce
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese, it melts so much better and tastes fresher
  • Do not rush the sauté step, properly browned mushrooms add incredible depth
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