Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms

Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms

(Trim Healthy Mama – S Meal | Low Carb | Gluten Free | One-Pan Dinner)

Need a quick, creamy, and delicious dinner that fits perfectly on plan? This Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms is a Trim Healthy Mama–friendly recipe that’s packed with protein, flavor, and nutrients — all made in one skillet!

It’s the ultimate easy low carb dinner for busy nights when you want something comforting but still healthy. With tender mushrooms, juicy chicken sausage, and creamy Boursin cheese, this dish feels indulgent but keeps your blood sugar balanced.

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Creamy Chicken Sausage Skillet

• ✅ THM “S” Meal – Rich in healthy fats and protein with minimal carbs.

• ⏱️ One-Pan Wonder – Less mess, less stress, and dinner in about 20 minutes.

• 🧀 Ultra Creamy & Flavorful – Thanks to Boursin cheese and a touch of almond milk.

• 👩‍👧 Family Friendly – Even picky eaters love this cozy, creamy chicken recipe.

🧄 Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms

• 1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 ½ cups diced mushrooms

• 5 links chicken sausage, sliced (THM-approved variety)

• 2–4 cups fresh spinach

• 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin cheese (Garlic & Herb flavor is amazing!)

• ½ to ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk

• Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 How to Make Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms

1. Sauté onions:
   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent.

2. Add garlic and mushrooms:
   Stir in minced garlic and mushrooms. Cook 3–4 minutes until mushrooms start to soften and release moisture.

3. Brown the sausage:
   Add sliced chicken sausage. Stir and cook until heated through and lightly browned.

4. Add the greens:
   Toss in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

5. Make it creamy:
   Add Boursin cheese and almond milk. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

6. Season and serve:
   Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy this satisfying low carb THM S dinner!

🍽️ What to Serve with This Creamy Chicken Sausage Skillet

This dish is hearty on its own, but you can easily round it out with:

• Cauliflower rice – for a classic low carb combo.

• Zucchini noodles (zoodles) – to keep it light and fresh.

• Roasted veggies – like broccoli, asparagus, or bell peppers.

• Simple side salad – for an easy weeknight meal that’s still balanced and filling.

💡 Recipe Tips & Variations

• Use your favorite chicken sausage flavor – garlic herb, spinach & feta, or spicy Italian.

• Add extra creaminess with a spoonful of cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream.

• Top with freshly grated Parmesan before serving.

• Meal prep tip: This creamy chicken sausage reheats beautifully for easy lunches!

💬 Final Thoughts

This Creamy Chicken Sausage with Spinach and Mushrooms skillet is exactly what a Trim Healthy Mama dinner should be — quick, satisfying, and full of flavor without the guilt. It’s one of those recipes that proves healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or boring.

Whether you’re making it for a busy weeknight or prepping for the week ahead, this easy low carb chicken recipe will definitely become a regular in your rotation!

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Creamy Chicken Sausage with Mushrooms

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Diabetic

Servings 4

Author Jennifer Overstreet

Ingredients

• 1 T Oil
• 1 M-L Onion, diced
• 1 T Minced Garlic
• 1 1/2-2 C Chopped Mushrooms
• 2-3 C Fresh Spinach
• 5 Links Chicken Suasages
• 1 Pkg Boursin Cheese
• 3/4 C Almond Milk You add as much as you want, it will depend on the amount of sauce you want
• 2 C On Plan Pasta of Choice
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

• In a large skillet cook onion with the oil
  
• Add the minced garlic.
  
• Add the mushrooms. Cook for a bit.
  
• Slice sausages and add to skillet.
  
• Cook for a couple minutes. Add spinach.
  
• Once the spinach has cooked, add boursin cheese,
  
• Add as much milk as you want.
  
• Serve as desired.