Description
A comforting and easy low-carb chicken casserole perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, or broccoli)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cube chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil over medium heat until golden-brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix the sautéed chicken with cream cheese, garlic, and your choice of soups in a large bowl until creamy.
- Fold in chopped vegetables and herbs, ensuring everything is evenly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Serve hot, optionally paired with a side salad or steamed veggies.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap in mushrooms or spinach for the chicken. Ensure cheese is generously applied for a perfect crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, low carb recipe, family dinner