Description
This Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that keeps the carb count low while delivering creamy satisfaction. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender chicken with rich sauces and low-carb veggies in a single dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 cups of shredded or diced cooked chicken
- 8 ounces of full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups of fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 5 ounces of fresh spinach
- 2–3 cloves of minced fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning or a mix of dried oregano and basil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, tablespoon of nutritional yeast, dash of Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- If using fresh broccoli, steam it for about 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp. If using frozen, thaw and drain it completely. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
- Add the minced garlic, onion powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the creamy mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken, prepared broccoli florets, and about half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese to the bowl. Gently fold everything together, adding the fresh spinach last.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese generously over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Optionally, broil for the last 1-2 minutes for a deeper golden crust.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. If using frozen vegetables, thaw and drain them well to prevent a watery casserole. Adjust seasonings to your taste, and consider adding sautéed mushrooms or diced zucchini for variety.