Keto Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Bake (Printable)

Creamy keto casserole with chicken, broccoli, and melted cheese. Quick low-carb dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or cubed (approximately 1.1 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Pantry

07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8x12 inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
02 - Steam or microwave broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed garlic, half the shredded cheddar, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Mix thoroughly until evenly coated.
05 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and top with remaining shredded cheddar cheese in a uniform layer.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High-protein and keto-friendly with only 7g of carbohydrates per serving.
  • Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes using common pantry staples.
  • A comforting, gluten-free dish that satisfies cheese cravings.
02 -
  • Thoroughly drain the broccoli after steaming to avoid a watery consistency in the final bake.
  • Allowing the dish to rest for 5 minutes ensures the creamy cheese sauce sets properly for serving.
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