Keto Broccoli and Chicken in a Creamy Sauce Casserole

This Keto Broccoli and Chicken in a Creamy Sauce Casserole is a flavorful and healthy recipe. We prepare this smothered with garlic powder, cheddar cheese, broccoli florets, chicken breasts, mozzarella cheese, salt, turmeric, mustard powder, black pepper, heavy cream, and olive oil. You may already have a number of these items in your pantry. However, some of those won’t be available, so you may obtain them from stores. This chicken smoother contains 520 kcal and 6 grams of net carbs.  We make this chicken smothered in only thirty minutes. This Keto Broccoli and Chicken in a Creamy Sauce Casserole are ideal for breakfasts, occasions, lunches, parties, events, and dinners. You can serve this recipe with Arugula Parmesan Salad.

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STATS:

• Course: Main Course
• Calories: 520 kcal
• Diet: Keto
• Prep time: Ten minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Portion size: 1 chicken breast with 1 cup broccoli and sauce
• Cooking mode: Stovetop
• Total servings: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 30 minutes

TOOLS:

• Sharp knife
• Big skillet
• Whisk
• Saucepan
• Measuring spoons & cups
• Tongs
• Cutting board

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tsp salt
• 4 chicken breasts
• One tsp. garlic powder
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• Half tsp. black pepper
• Two tbsp. olive oil

YELLOW CHEESE SAUCE:

• One cup of cheddar cheese
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• Half a cup of mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt
• Half tsp mustard powder

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

• Cheddar cheese gives a yellow color and sharp flavor to the sauce. We can use Gouda, Monterey Jack, or Colby instead.

BROCCOLI:

• Broccoli provides fiber content & aids in balancing the rich taste of the cheese. You can swap it with zucchini chunks, cauliflower florets, or asparagus pieces.

TURMERIC:

• Turmeric is used in smaller quantities to improve the yellow color. We can alternate it with a little bit of mustard powder or paprika.

HEAVY CREAM:

• Heavy cream makes this chicken smoothered rich and provides a thick consistency to the sauce. You can also use the cream cheese or coconut cream.

OLIVE OIL:

• This oil provides nutritious fats. As a substitute, use ghee, avocado oil, or melted butter.

CHICKEN BREASTS:

• Chicken breasts are utilized to make this chicken smoother, with a lean protein source. You can use the turkey breasts or chicken thighs instead.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• Mozzarella cheese helps to make a smooth sauce and include strechiness. We can alter it with the cream cheese, Monterey Jack, or provolone.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Coat both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, & pepper.
2. Lightly warm the olive oil in a pan.
3. Include the chicken & cook for six to seven minutes till all the sides are completely cooked & browned.
4. Gently steam & cook the broccoli for five minutes in a similar pan till it is firm & tender.
5. Then, put it aside with cooked chicken.
6. Slowly melt the butter in a pan.
7. Include heavy cream & gently cook it.
8. Continuously whisk in the mozzarella & cheddar cheese till become smoother.
9. Include mustard powder, salt, & turmeric.
10. Slowly cook for three minutes till they are thicker.
11. Include the broccoli & chicken in casserole and sauce over it.
12. Sprinkle the cheese on the dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
13. Cool the casserole for five minutes then serve.

TIPS:

• Include a tbsp of cream to make a thin sauce.
• Avoid cooking the chicken for a long time, so it will not get dry.
• Use the shredded cheese for perfect melting.
• The sauce should remain warm, so it doesn’t separate.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDES:

• Cauliflower Mash
• Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles
• Roasted Asparagus
• Creamed Spinach

SALADS:

• Avocado Cucumber
• Caesar Salad
• Keto Coleslaw
• Arugula Parmesan Salad

EXTRAS:

• Keto Dinner Rolls
• Cheese Crisps
• Herb Butter Mushrooms
• Sautéed Green Beans

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put it in a closed dish for four days.

FREEZER:

• Store it in a portioned vessel for forty to sixty days.

FAQs:

Will I prepare this chicken smothered with non-dairy components?

• Sure, you can make it by utilizing the dairy-free products.

Is this chicken smothered good for keto?

• Yes, because we make this smoother with all the keto items.

Can I make an extra-thin consistency of the sauce?

• Sure, you can include a small quantity of cream cheese or slowly cook it for a long time.

Can I make it in the oven?

• Yes, after browning the chicken in a pan, you can assemble all the things in a dish & bake for fifteen minutes at 180 degrees C.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 520 kcal

Sodium: 620 mg

Net carbs: 6 g

Fiber: Two g

Sugar: 2 g

Fats: 36 g

Proteins: 42 g

Portion size: 1 plate

Total carbs: 8 g