Creamy Low Carb Chicken Casserole
A warm and comforting low carb chicken casserole loaded with tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cauliflower, riced
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, oregano, or basil)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the riced cauliflower and chopped broccoli until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix the shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, herbs, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Add half of the cheese to the mixture and stir well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Taste the mixture before adding the final layer of cheese and adjust seasonings if necessary. Use rotisserie chicken for easier prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg