Keto Creamy Chicken Broccoli (Printable)

Rich, creamy chicken and broccoli baked with cheddar and mozzarella for a low-carb, satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cooked and diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 10 oz broccoli florets, steamed
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Dairy

05 - ½ cup heavy cream
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - ¼ cup cream cheese, softened

→ Pantry

09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - ½ tsp paprika
11 - ½ tsp dried thyme
12 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
13 - ½ tsp salt

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed onion and garlic, heavy cream, cream cheese, half of the cheddar, half of the mozzarella, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and ingredients are evenly distributed.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased 8x8-inch casserole dish.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella evenly over the top.
06 - Bake for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and golden on top.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent enough for a celebration dinner but comes together in under an hour on a regular Tuesday.
  • Your family won't notice it's keto, and honestly, neither will you once you taste that creamy, cheesy sauce coating every piece of chicken.
02 -
  • The cream cheese must be softened before mixing, or you'll end up with lumpy sauce instead of the silky texture that makes this dish special.
  • Don't skip the resting period—those 5 minutes allow the casserole to set enough that you can serve it in neat portions instead of spooning it out.
03 -
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken from the grocery store to cut prep time in half on nights when you're exhausted.
  • Shred your own cheese from blocks instead of using pre-shredded—it melts more smoothly and creates a better sauce without the anti-caking agents.
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