This Keto Broccoli Rice Cheese and Chicken Casserole has a silky and savory texture. We prepare this casserole with cooked chicken breast, broccoli florets, cauliflower rice, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, and flavorful seasonings. This casserole contains approximately 385 calories and only 5 g of net carbs. This casserole takes about 50 minutes. This Keto Broccoli Rice Cheese and Chicken Casserole is perfect for lunch, dinner, family gatherings, weekly meal prep, potlucks, cozy weekends, and busy weeknight meals. You can assemble this casserole beforehand and refrigerate it for more than twenty-four hours, and then bake it, or freeze it for almost three months. You can serve this casserole with Garlic Butter Green Beans, Roasted Asparagus, Parmesan Zucchini Fries, Avocado Cucumber Salad, Caesar Salad, or Creamed Spinach.
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STATS:
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Duration: Fifteen minutes
- Caloric Content: 385 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Course: Main Course
- Cook Duration: 35 minutes
- Portion Size: About 1½ cups
- Cooking Mode: Baking
- Servings: 8
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 50 minutes
TOOLS:
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Casserole dish
- Oven mitts
INGREDIENTS:
CASSEROLE:
- 3 cups chicken breast
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups cauliflower rice
- Cheddar cheese, two cups
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Chicken broth, half a cup
- Butter, two tbsp.
- One teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
TOPPINGS:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN BREAST:
- We utilize this item, as it delivers protein content and a soft texture to the casserole. As an alternative, you can use chicken thighs, rotisserie chicken, or turkey.
BROCCOLI:
- We use broccoli to give a fiber content and a hearty texture. Instead, you can use cauliflower, zucchini, or Brussels sprouts.
CAULIFLOWER RICE:
- Utilizing cauliflower rice will provide a rice-like texture to this casserole. We can replace it with riced broccoli, chopped cabbage, or hearts of palm rice.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- We utilize cheddar cheese, which creates a melty texture and bold cheesy flavor. As a substitute, you can use mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Colby, or Gouda.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese delivers a savory flavor and helps to create a golden topping. Instead, you can use Asiago or Pecorino Romano.
CREAM CHEESE:
- You can utilize cream cheese, as it provides a silky texture and helps thicken the sauce. As another choice, we might utilize mascarpone cheese.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Utilizing heavy cream delivers richness and a silky consistency to the cheese sauce. You can replace it with coconut cream.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Chicken broth improves the savory flavor and keeps the casserole moist. As a substitute, you can use bone broth.
BUTTER:
- We utilize butter to provide richness and aid in cooking the cauliflower rice. As an alternative, utilize avocado oil.
GARLIC POWDER & ONION POWDER:
- These seasonings deliver a savory & aromatic flavor. As an alternative, you can use fresh minced garlic and a small amount of grated onion.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 375°Fahrenheit and coat a casserole dish.
- Slowly heat the butter in a pan.
- Include the cauliflower rice & cook for almost five minutes to eliminate the extra moisture.
- Stir the chicken broth, cream cheese, and heavy cream in a saucepan till smoother.
- Include the pepper, cheddar cheese, salt, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, paprika, and onion powder.
- Whisk till they are silkier and smoother.
- Mix the cheese sauce, cooked chicken, cauliflower rice, and broccoli in a dish.
- Put the mixture in a casserole dish.
- Garnish the surface with Parmesan and cheddar cheese.
- Bake without covering till it gets golden and becomes bubbly, for about thirty-five minutes.
- Leave this casserole for almost five minutes and then serve.
TIPS:
- Include the cooked bacon for additional flavor.
- We steam the broccoli till it gets softer to retain the texture.
- Add the red pepper flakes to make this casserole spicier.
- Use fresh shreds of cheese, which melt perfectly and smoothly.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE DISHES:
- Roasted Asparagus
- Parmesan Zucchini Fries
- Creamed Spinach
- Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
SALADS:
- Avocado Cucumber
- Caesar
- Mediterranean Olive
- Ranch Coleslaw
- Spinach Walnut
SOUPS:
- Creamy Mushroom
- Broccoli Cheddar
- Chicken Bone Broth
- Roasted Cauliflower
DRINKS:
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Lemon Cucumber Water
- Sparkling Water
- Keto Hot Chocolate
- Black Coffee
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store this casserole in a closed container for longer than four days.
FREEZER:
- Store this casserole for nearly three months.
FAQs:
Could we utilize the frozen broccoli?
- Yes, you might use the frozen broccoli, but defrost it, strain it perfectly, and then use it.
Will we prepare this casserole beforehand?
- Yes, you can assemble this casserole earlier, chill it for almost twenty-four hours, and then bake it.
May we prepare this casserole without gluten?
- This casserole is already prepared with gluten-free elements.
How could we include additional fat?
- You can use more avocado, cheese, heavy cream, or butter.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Overall Carbs: 8 g
Calories: 385 kcal
Sodium: 540 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 31 g
Sugar: 2 g
Fat: 25 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Serving Size: 1½ cups