Description

This Low Carb Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and satisfying dish perfect for those seeking a healthy, low carbohydrate meal. Featuring tender cooked chicken, sautéed broccoli and cauliflower, and a rich cream sauce topped with melted cheddar cheese, this casserole bakes to golden perfection and is ideal for dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Vegetables

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets

Dairy and Cream Sauce

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream

Seasonings and Oil

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole.
Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli and cauliflower florets and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften, enhancing their flavor and texture.
Combine Chicken and Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, mix the cooked chicken with the sautéed broccoli and cauliflower florets to prepare the base of the casserole.
Prepare Cream Sauce: In a separate bowl, blend together the cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth, forming a flavorful creamy sauce.
Mix Sauce with Chicken and Vegetables: Pour the cream sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer the entire mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
Add Cheese Topping: Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole to add richness and a golden crust when baked.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set and cool slightly.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or mushrooms to the vegetable sauté.
You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella or a cheese blend for a different taste.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Use cooked rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut.
To reduce calories, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or a low-fat cream alternative, though texture will be less rich.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Low Carb, Chicken Casserole, Cheesy, Healthy Dinner, Keto Friendly