Keto Cheesy Broccoli Chicken (Printable)

Creamy chicken and broccoli casserole with melted cheese, perfect for a quick low-carb dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

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

→ 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

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish approximately 8 x 12 inches.
02 - Steam or microwave the broccoli florets for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed garlic, half the shredded cheddar, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent: Creamy, cheesy, and completely keto-friendly, so you're never sacrificing flavor for carbs.
  • Minimal prep stress: Fifteen minutes of work and the oven does the rest, leaving you free to breathe on a busy weeknight.
  • Naturally gluten-free: No hidden starches or flour needed—just real, whole ingredients that happen to fit perfectly into any low-carb lifestyle.
02 -
  • Don't skip the blanching step: Raw broccoli won't cook through in the time the casserole bakes, and you'll end up with crunchy florets that feel out of place in a creamy dish.
  • Softened cream cheese is non-negotiable: Cold cream cheese won't blend smoothly and creates little lumps; letting it sit on the counter for 15 minutes before mixing changes everything.
  • Taste your filling before baking: Once it goes in the oven, you can't adjust seasoning, so take a spoon and check—keto-friendly doesn't mean bland.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken if you're short on time: It's already cooked and seasoned, cutting your prep work in half while the results stay just as good.
  • Don't overcrowd your baking dish: A slightly undersized dish means the mixture cooks more evenly and the cheese browns more beautifully than in one that's too large.
  • Serve with something bright: A crisp green salad or a lightly dressed cucumber salad beside this rich casserole balances the plate perfectly and makes the meal feel complete.
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