Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipe
Experience the comforting delight of our Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipe! This hearty dish combines tender chicken and fresh vegetables enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Not only is it low in carbs, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish. With its cheesy goodness and satisfying flavors, this casserole is sure to become a favorite at your table—perfect for meal prep or serving friends and family!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup cauliflower rice (optional)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, and cauliflower rice.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, and cream cheese until smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in cheddar cheese off heat.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken mixture and mix gently to coat evenly.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish and top with mozzarella and remaining cheddar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 295g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg