Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty dish combines tender, shredded chicken with vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich and creamy cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- 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
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and 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 garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of melted cheddar cheese.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and transfer to the baking dish. Top with mozzarella and remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg