Creamy, comforting, and protein-packed — this easy oven bake is perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
⏱️ Time
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Prep: 10–15 minutes
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Bake: 25–30 minutes
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Total: ~40 minutes
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Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
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2 large chicken breasts (or 4 small), boneless & skinless
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2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)
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1½ cups mushrooms, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
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⅓ cup light cream cheese, softened
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½ cup shredded mozzarella (or cheddar)
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1 Tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prep Oven
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
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Lightly grease a baking dish.
Step 2: Sauté Veggies
In a skillet over medium heat:
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Add oil/butter
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Cook mushrooms 4–5 minutes until browned
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Add garlic and spinach
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Cook until spinach wilts
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Remove from heat and cool slightly
Step 3: Make Creamy Mixture
In a bowl, mix:
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Greek yogurt
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Cream cheese
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Italian seasoning
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Paprika
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Salt & pepper
Stir in the sautéed vegetables.
Step 4: Assemble
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Place chicken breasts in baking dish
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Spread creamy spinach-mushroom mixture over chicken
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Sprinkle mozzarella (and Parmesan if using)
Step 5: Bake
Bake 25–30 minutes until:
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Chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temp
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Cheese is melted and lightly golden
Step 6: Rest & Serve
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Rest 5 minutes before serving
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Garnish with parsley if desired
💡 Pro Tips
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✅ Pound chicken evenly for faster cooking
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✅ Use baby bella mushrooms for deeper flavor
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✅ Don’t skip squeezing frozen spinach dry
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✅ For golden top: broil last 2–3 minutes
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✅ Let rest before cutting to keep chicken juicy
🔥 Variations
Low-Carb/Keto
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Recipe is already keto-friendly
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Use full-fat cheese for richer macros
Extra Creamy
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Add 2 Tbsp heavy cream to mixture
Spicy Version
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Add ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Meal Prep Version
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Slice chicken after baking for easy portions
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: ~280–320
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Protein: ~35 g
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Carbs: ~4–6 g
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WW Points: 2–4
(Depends on cheese and dairy used.)
❓ FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes — bake 30–35 minutes.
Can I assemble ahead?
✅ Yes — refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, but texture of dairy may soften slightly.
What to serve with it?
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Cauliflower rice
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Steamed broccoli
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Roasted potatoes
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Salad