Description
A heartwarming low carb chicken casserole filled with tender chicken, creamy textures, and a variety of colorful vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup spinach or broccoli
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 cup low-carb milk or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until golden and fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
- Cube the chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper, and desired herbs.
- Add the chicken to the skillet once the mushrooms are ready, cooking until it’s no longer pink.
- Stir in the chopped veggies and let them soften, then remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese with the low-carb milk or broth until smooth, adjusting seasonings as needed.
- Combine the chicken mixture with the cream cheese sauce until everything is well coated.
- Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm with a side of salad or low-carb bread.
Notes
You can customize the casserole with different vegetables or add a sprinkle of cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, low carb, family recipe, comfort food, easy recipe