Keto chicken cheese broccoli casserole is such a comforting, creamy, and cheesy dish that’s perfect for a low-carb meal. It’s packed with protein, veggies, and all the cheese you love! Here’s a simple recipe:
Keto Chicken Cheese Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or more if needed for consistency)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish (or similar size) with olive oil or butter.
2. Prepare the broccoli:
- Steam or blanch the broccoli florets until they are tender but still bright green. This should take about 3-4 minutes of steaming or boiling for 2-3 minutes. Drain well to remove excess moisture.
3. Make the creamy cheese sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the cream cheese over medium heat, then add the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until everything is well-combined and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the casserole:
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture and stir everything together until it’s well coated.
5. Bake:
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and golden on top.
6. Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it on its own or with a side of your favorite keto vegetables.
This keto chicken cheese broccoli casserole is comforting and packed with flavor, making it perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep for the week. Let me know how it turns out if you give it a try! 🧀🍗🥦
