Keto Cheesy Broccoli Chicken (Print Version)

Tender chicken and broccoli baked with creamy cheddar for a satisfying low-carb meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large chicken breasts (approximately 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 - 4 oz 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

# Step-by-Step:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent enough to feel like a real dinner, not diet food, and that matters more than calories.
  • Dinner is literally ready in 45 minutes from fridge to table, which means you're not standing over a stove sweating.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day, making it the perfect meal prep win without feeling like meal prep.
02 -
  • If your broccoli releases too much water, the whole casserole becomes soupy—drain it seriously and even pat it dry with paper towels if you're being thorough.
  • Softening the cream cheese before mixing saves you from ending up with chunks, or zap it for 10 seconds in the microwave if you forgot.
03 -
  • Don't skip the 5-minute rest—it's the difference between a beautiful slice and a creamy spoonful, and both are legitimate ways to eat it.
  • If you're cooking for someone new to keto, this dish feels so satisfying that they won't notice it's low-carb, which is exactly the point.
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