High-Protein | Low-Carb | Diabetic-Friendly
⭐️ Servings
Serves 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
- 6 thin-sliced chicken breasts
- 1 small bag fresh baby spinach (about 4 cups)
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms (white or cremini)
- 1 container (8 oz) green onion cream cheese
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 dash black pepper
- 1 dash herb & garlic seasoning (or Italian seasoning)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
2. Prepare the chicken
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with black pepper and herb & garlic seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for about 2 minutes per side just until lightly golden (don’t cook through).
- Transfer chicken to the prepared baking dish.
3. Sauté mushrooms & spinach
- In the same skillet, add another drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until tender.
- Add spinach and cook just until wilted (about 1 minute).
- Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Make the creamy layer
- In a small saucepan or bowl, combine the green onion cream cheese, chicken broth, and remaining olive oil.
- Heat gently or stir until smooth and pourable (it will form a creamy sauce).
5. Assemble the dish
- Spread the spinach and mushrooms evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over everything.
6. Bake
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a golden topping.
7. Serve
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve as-is or with a side of roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, or a fresh green salad.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Extra protein boost: Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or some cooked bacon bits before baking.
- Creamier version: Mix a little heavy cream into the sauce before pouring over the chicken.
- Low-sodium tip: Use unsalted broth and low-sodium cheese if cooking for a diabetic or heart-friendly diet.
- Meal prep: This dish reheats beautifully — perfect for 3–4 days of easy, high-protein meals.
