Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe – A loaded and comforting chicken casserole your whole family will love! This keto casserole is bursting with savory, cheesy flavors and so simple to put together making it a perfect keto / low carb option for busy nights. This broccoli chicken casserole is also super easy to freeze and reheat so you get a comforting dinner for busy evenings. Enjoy!
Ingredients list for the Chicken Broccoli Casserole
- 5 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 2 broccoli heads, cut into small florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup chicken stock
- 8 oz (230g) softened cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, or garnish
Directions
1. To make this broccoli chicken casserole recipe: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and lightly grease a baking pan.
2. Spread shredded chicken in the greased dish and sprinkle with minced garlic, red pepper flakes, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. In a bowl or a large cup, combine softened cream cheese and chicken stock, until smooth. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the shredded chicken in the baking dish.
4. Top with broccoli florets and shredded mozzarella. Bake the chicken casserole in the oven for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. You can broil for a couple of minutes to crisp up the chicken casserole. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Tips for the broccoli chicken casserole:
- The broccoli chicken casserole is easy to reheat the day after. Simply cover with foil and put in the oven at 370ºF (190ºC) for 10 – 15 minutes until heated through.
- You can also freeze individual portions of the broccoli chicken casserole so you have a comforting dinner for evenings when you don’t feel like cooking from scratch.
- To ensure broccoli is tender, you can quickly blanch the florets in boiling water, then drain before using in the recipe.
- If you’re non-keto and want a side-dish, you can serve the chicken casserole with sauteed spinach, rice, bulgur or quinoa on the side.
