Low Carb Cheesy Comfort Casserole
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Carb Cheesy Comfort Casserole, the ultimate recipe for satisfying comfort food cravings while staying on track with your low-carb lifestyle. Packed with tender shredded chicken, nutrient-rich broccoli and cauliflower, and enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce made with cream cheese, heavy cream, and sharp cheddar, this dish is bursting with flavor and texture. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powder and topped with a layer of golden-browned Parmesan, it’s a one-pan wonder that comes together in just under an hour. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this comforting casserole is a hearty, wholesome choice for low-carb enthusiasts. Bake, serve, and enjoy every luscious bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli and cauliflower florets for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, whisking continuously until the sauce is smooth and has thickened slightly.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, blanched broccoli and cauliflower, and cheese sauce. Mix until everything is well coated.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) casserole dish.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, low-carb delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.8 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.1 g | 615% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 838 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 4150 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 180.3 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2392 mg | 184% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1777 mg | 38% | |
*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.
