Keto Creamy Chicken Broccoli (Printable)

Tender chicken and broccoli baked together in a creamy, cheesy sauce for a rich low-carb dish.

# What You 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 tablespoons olive oil
10 - ½ teaspoon paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
12 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - ½ teaspoon salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Set oven to 375°F and allow to fully preheat before cooking.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed onion and garlic, heavy cream, cream cheese, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until sauce is smooth and ingredients are evenly distributed.
04 - Pour the prepared mixture into a lightly greased 8x8-inch casserole dish, distributing evenly.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent and restaurant-quality but fits perfectly into a keto lifestyle without any guilt or counting tricks.
  • Everything comes together in one dish, which means fewer bowls to wash and more time to actually enjoy your meal.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day when the flavors have deepened, making this ideal for meal prep or busy week dinners.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cream cheese or try to replace it with regular cheese—it's the secret that keeps the sauce creamy instead of thick and grainy.
  • Let the casserole rest those final 5 minutes; otherwise it'll be too loose when you serve it, and you'll lose that perfect texture that makes every bite satisfying.
03 -
  • For extra depth, brown your chicken pieces in a hot skillet with a little oil before adding them to the casserole—the caramelized edges make a real difference.
  • If you love parmesan, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan over the cheese topping before baking for a sharper, more complex flavor that changes everything.
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