Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole Recipe
This Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, low-carb dish perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle. Featuring tender broccoli and cooked chicken smothered in a rich garlic cream sauce and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, it makes a satisfying and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Stovetop and Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 16 ounces broccoli, coarsely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Protein
- 1 1/2 lb cooked, chopped chicken (about 4 cups)
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Broccoli: Set a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the broccoli and sauté until bright green and just tender, about 4 minutes. Remove the broccoli to a bowl.
- Prepare Garlic Cream Sauce: Melt the remaining butter in the same pan and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the heavy whipping cream and bring the mixture to a simmer, then cook until the sauce is reduced and thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add Cheeses: Stir in 1/3 cup of mozzarella and all of the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir the sautéed broccoli and chopped cooked chicken into the cheese sauce. Then, evenly top the mixture with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Broil to Finish: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the skillet about 6 inches from the heat source and broil until the cheese is beginning to brown and bubble, about 2 to 5 minutes depending on your broiler’s intensity. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken leftovers or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, use a baking dish and transfer the mixture before broiling.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to preference.
- Keep an eye on the casserole under the broiler to avoid burning the cheese.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prepping and reheats well.
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