Description
Chicken spinach and mushroom make this creamy skillet dinner a weeknight winner that comes together faster than you can order takeout. Packed with tender protein, earthy mushrooms, and fresh greens, this satisfying meal delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 thin-sliced chicken breasts
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large package sliced mushrooms
- 1 small bag fresh baby spinach
- 1 container green onion cream cheese
Liquids and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 dash Weber Herb and Garlic Seasoning
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and coat a 13×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray for easy cleanup.
- Spread 6 thin-sliced chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds) in a single flat layer across the dish.
- Distribute 6 oz of fresh baby spinach evenly over the chicken surface.
- Scatter 16 oz of pre-fried sliced mushrooms across the spinach layer.
- Dust the entire dish with a light dash of Weber Herb and Garlic Seasoning for extra flavor.
- Whisk together 8 oz green onion cream cheese, ¼ cup olive oil, and ½ cup chicken broth until completely smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture carefully over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Seal the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake at 375°F for exactly 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes to develop deeper flavors.
- Sprinkle 2 cups (8 oz) of shredded mozzarella cheese across the top of the dish.
- Return to the oven for a final 5–10 minutes until the cheese melts completely and turns golden.
- Allow the dish to rest for 3–4 minutes before serving to help the flavors settle.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs if you prefer more tender, flavorful meat that stays juicy during baking.
- Low-carb dieters can replace cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter protein boost.
- Fresh mushrooms work just as well as pre-fried ones, but sauté them first to release excess moisture and concentrate flavor.
- Choose full-fat cream cheese for richer sauce texture, or use reduced-fat versions for a lighter dish without sacrificing creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 327 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg