Description
Enjoy this delicious and easy Creamy Low Carb Chicken Casserole. It’s packed with tender chicken, broccoli, and a velvety cheese sauce, offering pure comfort food satisfaction without the noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded or diced
- 4 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup crushed pork rinds for topping
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. Blanch fresh broccoli for 2-3 minutes or thaw and drain frozen broccoli thoroughly.
- 3. In a saucepan, whisk together softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth over medium heat until smooth and creamy.
- 4. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- 6. Gently toss cooked chicken and broccoli with the cheese sauce.
- 7. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- 8. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (and optional pork rinds) over top.
- 9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- 10. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store cooled casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or the whole dish in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 450-550 (varies with specific ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 4-7g
- Sodium: Approx. 500-700mg (varies with broth and added salt)
- Fat: Approx. 30-40g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 8-12g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 35-45g