Description
A creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed keto chicken broccoli casserole made with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a savory sauce. Perfect for low-carb diets, easy dinners, and meal prep.
Ingredients
4 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Steam or blanch the broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the mixture. Stir until evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken for convenience.
Swap broccoli with cauliflower for variation.
Add cooked bacon or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Can be made a day ahead and baked later.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
