Description
A simple yet flavorful low-carb chicken casserole that’s perfect for family nights, combining tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 8 oz button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream or cream cheese
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: spinach or zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season your chicken with salt and pepper, then cook it in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Sauté the sliced mushrooms in the same skillet until golden, about 5–7 minutes, adding the minced garlic halfway through.
- Combine the cooked chicken and sautéed mushrooms in a bowl, then fold in the cream or cream cheese and herbs.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with the cheeses.
- Bake for approximately 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve and enjoy your meal!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh. Use almond milk or coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: low carb, chicken casserole, family meals, easy recipe