Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup cauliflower florets
– 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating the Low Carb Chicken Casserole is easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: If not already cooked, boil or bake chicken until fully cooked. Shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add broccoli, cauliflower, and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender.
4. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Prepare Cream Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and eggs until smooth.
6. Combine Mixtures: Pour the cream mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Stir until well combined.
7. Add Cheese: Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, mixing evenly throughout the casserole.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
10. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
11. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible casserole effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 26g