Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipe, perfect for satisfying your comfort food cravings without the carbs. Made with tender, shredded chicken, fresh vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower, and a rich cheese sauce, this dish is both nutritious and delicious. Whether you’re cooking for family or meal prepping for the week ahead, this casserole fits seamlessly into your busy schedule. In just 40 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only filling but also low in carbohydrates and high in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 cups steamed broccoli florets
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, and cauliflower rice if using.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in seasonings and mix in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Pour cheese sauce over chicken mixture; toss to coat evenly and transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 125mg