Keto Classic Chicken and Rice Casserole
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this creamy and decadent Keto Classic Chicken and Rice Casserole, a low-carb twist on a beloved family favorite. Packed with tender bites of seared chicken breast, fluffy cauliflower rice, and vibrant broccoli florets, this casserole is layered with a rich and velvety cheese sauce made from cream cheese, heavy cream, and sharp cheddar. Each bite is bursting with flavor, thanks to aromatic garlic, onion powder, and a hint of smoky paprika. Perfectly baked to golden, bubbly perfection and topped with fresh parsley, this keto-friendly dish is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve warm and enjoy guilt-free comfort in every forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Cauliflower rice
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, season with a pinch of salt, and stir-cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove the cauliflower rice from heat.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and heavy cream. Whisk together until you achieve a smooth consistency.
Add shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, and paprika to the cream mixture and stir until well incorporated.
In a large casserole dish, spread half of the cauliflower rice on the bottom as the first layer.
Cut the seared chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place half of them on top of the cauliflower layer.
Add broccoli florets evenly over the chicken layer.
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the top and gently spread it with a spatula.
Repeat layering with remaining cauliflower rice, chicken pieces, and cream cheese mixture.
Sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top before serving.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, keto-friendly chicken and cauliflower rice casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.7 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.0 g | 715% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1249 mg | 416% | |
| Sodium | 4972 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 285.3 g | 571% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1738 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 3205 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
