This Keto Green Chile Chicken Casserole is the best low-carb comfort food. Use a slow cooker to prepare this dish. It’s easy enough for any weeknight, but it’s creamy, cheesy, and full of strong Southwestern flavor. Soaking up every bit of the shredded chicken slowly simmers in a mixture of cream cheese, cheddar, and green chiles. The final dish is a tasty, tender casserole that fulfills cravings without adding extra carbohydrates. Every bite delivers the blend of mild heat and creamy texture. Serve it with crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or cauliflower rice for a full ketogenic meal. This dish comprises only 4g net carbs, so it’s perfect for this keto diet.
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STATS:
- Caloric content: 310 kcal
- Prep duration: Ten minutes
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Cook time: 4–6 hours
- Cuisine: American / Southwestern
- Total time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Course: Main Course
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 6
EQUIPMENT:
- Slow cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Forks
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup canned green chiles, diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shreds
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shreds
- Eight oz. cream cheese
- One cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ½ tsp. cumin
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh cilantro
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- The casserole’s base is lean and high in protein because of the chicken breasts. Cook them until they are soft and shred easily for a meaty texture.
GREEN CHILIES:
- The subtle, smoky taste that diced green chilies add defines the dish. Go for canned mild or medium for balanced heat.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese gives depth & sharpness. It binds the casserole together when it melts nicely. A full-fat variant maintains its keto status.
MONEREY JACK CHEESE:
- The mild, silky flavor of Monterey Jack cheese counterbalances the strong cheddar. It stretches flawlessly and has a velvety feel when melted..
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese keeps the sauce rich and thickens it. Softened cream cheese avoids lumps because it combines more easily.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream provides the creamy texture without the addition of carbohydrates. It reduces the cheese’s richness. Use full-fat for the best keto outcomes.
ONION & GARLIC POWDERS:
- Onion and garlic powders add flavor without being overbearing. They provide the creamy base, richness, and fragrance.
CUMIN:
- Cumin adds a touch of earthiness and warmth. Use sparingly to maintain mild flavors.
BLACK PEPPER & SALT:
- Black pepper and salt bring everything together. The aroma and mild spice of freshly cracked pepper are enhanced.
CILANTRO:
- Fresh cilantro provides a vibrant, fresh finish. Sprinkle just before serving for contrast and color. It adds a fresh herbaceous accent to enhance the creamy flavors.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Spray the cooking oil lightly on the slow cooker.
- Place the chicken fillet at the end.
- Then stir the heavy cream, garlic powder, cream cheese, cumin, salt, onion powder, chopped green chiles, & pepper in a dish.
- Add the mixture to the chicken and cover equally.
- Cover and simmer for 6 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high till the chicken is cooked.
- We place the chicken in plate & shred.
- Then transfer the chicken in the pot.
- Include the shreds of cheddar cheese, & Monterey Jack & stir.
- Simmer the casserole on a low setting for ten minutes till the cheese melts & it becomes creamy.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro to garnish the dish and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE DISH:
- Cauliflower rice
- Roasted zucchini
- Garlic butter asparagus
- Creamed spinach
SALADS:
- Avocado cucumber salad
- Spinach feta salad
- Cabbage slaw with lime dressing
- Keto Caesar salad
Breads and Wraps:
- Almond flour tortillas
- Keto garlic bread
- Coconut flour flatbread
- Cheese chaffles
SAUCES & DIPS:
- Cilantro lime sauce
- Avocado crema
- Keto ranch dressing
- Jalapeño cheese dip
TIPS:
- Include some spoons of salsa Verde or jalapeno dice for additional taste.
- Make this dish with cooked chicken to save half the time.
- Mix the sauce in between if cooking on a high flame, so the cheese sauce will not get separated.
- Prepare the casserole in advance, and it provides more taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place the dish in the covered vessel & stock for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Prepare the separate portions and freeze for 2 months.
FAQs:
Will I prepare the dish with cooked chicken?
- We can easily use cooked chicken to prepare this dish; it can decrease the cooking time by one to two hours.
Can I include sour cream instead to prepare this dish?
- Include half the quantity of sour cream with half of the cream cheese to provide the tangy taste in the dish.
Is this dish spicy?
- This dish’s spice content is based on green chili spice; though you can increase the spiciness by including pepper jack cheese or jalapeno slices.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric count: 310 kcal
Total carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 34 g
Fat: 17 g
Calcium: 120 g
Iron: 1.3 g
Vitamin A: 110 g
Sodium: 490 g
Potassium: 420 g
Serving size: 1 cup
Net carbs: 4 g
Serving: 6