Low Carb Chicken Casserole {keto friendly}
This simple Low Carb Chicken Casserole is packed full of delicious chicken, broccoli, and cheese. Not only will the entire family enjoy, but you can serve with a simple garden salad for a full meal.
Low Carb Chicken Casserole
Y’all, I can’t even tell you just how amazingly delicious this cheesy Low Carb Chicken Casserole is. I made it yesterday afternoon after a recommendation from Abbie in our Keto/Low Carb Challenge Facebook group (join here if you haven’t already). She had a brilliant idea to add chicken, broccoli, and mushrooms (I left out the mushrooms because I didn’t have any and we don’t like them anyway) to a casserole dish, then to pour the cheese sauce from my Cauliflower Mac N Cheese over the top and bake. She posted a picture of her casserole, and I knew this was a recipe that so many would enjoy as well.
I got in the kitchen and started experimenting with this super easy recipe and tweaked the original cheese sauce recipe just a bit. Holy cow! When the cheese sauce bakes into the chicken and broccoli, it tastes SO GOOD!!!
Keto Chicken Casserole Variations
You can make this Low Carb Chicken Casserole many different ways with the options listed below:
- Use a Rotisserie Chicken to save time
- Sub in different veggies like cauliflower rice, mushrooms, asparagus, brussels sprouts, or green beans
- Add crushed pork rinds or homemade Cheese Crisps for a crunchy topping
Here are a couple of pictures that show just how easy this Low Carb Chicken Casserole is to make. Continue to scroll down for the complete list of ingredients and instructions.
I cooked my chicken in my slow cooker as it always makes it so tender and flavorful, but you can also use a rotisserie chicken to save time. In the morning, I add boneless skinless chicken breasts to the slow cooker and cover them with a little broth, salt, and pepper. Then I cook it on high for either 3 hours on high for 3 hours. After it’s done, I use two forks to shred the chicken. Then, I begin layering the low-carb chicken casserole in a baking dish.
Quick Tip: Either fresh broccoli or steam bags of broccoli work great.
I used several different shredded kinds of cheese like cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese that I had grated. Feel free to swap out for Colby, Monterrey Jack, Gouda, or another variety of cheese if desired.
Doesn’t that cheese sauce look divine? Made with cream cheese, it’s extra smooth and delicious.
Goodness, gracious! This Low Carb Chicken Casserole is terrific! I made it before my son’s baseball game and could not wait to get home to dig in afterward.
How to Store this easy Chicken Casserole?
It rewarms beautifully, which is always fantastic for leftovers. This Keto Chicken Casserole will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days in an airtight container, or the freezer for up to 6 months.
Other Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipes:
- Keto BBQ Chicken Casserole
- Keto Pizza Casserole
- Low Chicken Pot Pie
- Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
- Chicken Cordon Bleu
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Low Carb Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless/skinless chicken breasts
- 2 10 oz Steam bag of broccoli (you may also use fresh)
- 2 tb butter
- 6 oz Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 1 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 12 oz sharp shredded cheese
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tb garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp parsley
- salt/pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook chicken breasts in a slow cooker 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low. I always add a little chicken broth and salt and pepper, but you can use water instead. Remove from the slow cooker and shred. My family prefers chicken breasts, but you can use thighs or a whole chicken too. Or, skip preparing the chicken and use a rotisserie chicken instead to save time.
- Cook the fresh broccoli or microwave the steam bags of broccoli and drain.
- In a saucepan, add butter, heavy whipping cream, garlic, and 1/2 of the Italian seasoning. Add softened cream cheese and stir with a whisk until thoroughly combined and cook over low medium heat until the sauce is smooth.
- Add cheeses stirring continually reserving 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese 1/8 cup of the other cheeses for the topping.
- Grease a 9 X 13 casserole dish and layer the shredded chicken first.
- Add the steamed broccoli on top of the chicken.
- Remove saucepan with the cheese sauce from the stove and pour on top of the broccoli and shredded chicken making sure that it is completely covered.
- Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top of the casserole along with parsley, paprika, and the remaining Italian seasoning.
- Bake in a 375-degree oven for 30 minutes.
- Enjoy!
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Is it possible to mix all ingredients together after cooking and then top with the remaining cheese instead of layering and then topping with the remaining cheese?
I’ve only fixed the recipe as is but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work mixing everything together after you’ve cooked it.
I really enjoyed this recipe! It had a little too much Italian seasoning for my liking. But I loved the consistency of the cheese sauce on top and adding cauliflower rice really took it up a notch! I also took the easy way out and shredded chicken from a Costco rotisserie chicken I had on hand. I will definitely make it again and tweak the Italian seasoning 🙂 Thanks so much for the recipe!
Made this one for the first time tonight and it was Delicious!!! I love following your recipes … thanks so much!!! Next I’m going to try and make one of your sweet ones but, a lil afraid since I can’t stomach swerve it gives me an upset stomach. But thanks again for your recipe it’ll definitely be in my circulation of meals 😁
You’re very welcome! Thank you so much for your kind remarks. It really means a lot to me. If Swerve gives you tummy problems, you can certainly try different sweeteners.
Sooooo good! My whole family loved it… even all 4 of our kiddos, which is rare! My husband had the leftovers for lunch the next day and texted me to tell me how good it was. I was honestly a little apprehensive that it would be a bit too rich, but that was not the case. Definitely a keeper!
That’s awesome! Glad y’all loved it.
I made this as instructed. It’s definitely a keeper! Next time I will use minced garlic instead of powder. I always get indigestion from the powder. And our family agreed we want to add dress made bacon bits to the top when when scooping out our serving. We think his will add a nice crunch!
Super easy to make and very tasty!
Fantastic!
Do you think this could be put together the day before and baked the next day?
I’ve never prepared it the night before but I think it would work.
Made this for dinner today. It was so delicious 😋
Awesome!
Made this for dinner last night and thought it was very tasty. I’m not sure what the others did for the Italian seasoning, but just shy of 1 1/2 Teaspoons was just the right amount. I used the roast chicken breast meat from Costco and garnished the top with bacon bits and crispy fried onions which added some additional flavor nuance.
Sounds wonderful! Glad you liked it!
I made this tonight, and it was as delicious as your picture of it. I cut the recipe in half and as suggested by other comments I didn’t put in as much Italian Seasoning. It is very filling. This dish is very flavorful !!!
I’m really glad you enjoyed it!
My family and I loved it. Do you know what the serving size is for your nutrition facts?
Thank you
I divide the dish by the number of servings, which is located near the top left of the recipe card.
Does this mean the 409 calorie info is for one serving or the whole casserole?
Per serving
One of the very best Low carb recipes that I’ve made! I did make extra sauce (I could drink this stuff lol) Hubby also loved it. This one is a KEEPER!
That’s awesome! The sauce really is wonderful. Glad you and hubby loved it!
Very tasty dish! This is a keeper! It was a real hit at home!
Fantastic! I’m so glad this was a hit!
OMG!!!! This was so delicious! I did however switch out the powdered garlic for mince garlic. Everything else i followed. it was amazing.
Awesome! I’m so glad you loved it!
So delicious! Entire family loved it!!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Delicious! But certainly not 12 servings in this household, more like 4😬
So glad you enjoyed it!