Keto Cheesy Broccoli Chicken (Printable)

Creamy chicken and broccoli baked with melted cheddar and herbs for a satisfying low-carb dinner.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cooked and shredded or cubed

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Pantry

07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish measuring 8x12 inches.
02 - Steam or microwave the broccoli florets for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, sautéed garlic, half the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Mix until all components are well coated and evenly distributed.
05 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
07 - Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before portioning and serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It actually tastes like comfort food, not a health compromise masked by good intentions.
  • Comes together in less than 45 minutes from bare countertop to dinner table.
  • Works perfectly for meal prep because it reheats beautifully and stays creamy even after a few days in the fridge.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining the broccoli after steaming because excess water will make your casserole watery instead of creamy, and that's heartbreaking.
  • Cream cheese must be softened or it'll create lumps that won't fully incorporate—let it sit on the counter while you prep everything else.
03 -
  • If your casserole seems dry when you're mixing, add another splash of heavy cream because a creamy mixture is far more forgiving than a dry one.
  • Spread the cheese topping to the very edges of the dish so every spoonful gets that golden, crusty top layer.
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