Description
A comforting low-carb casserole made with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fresh vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thighs), diced
- 1 cup mushrooms (button and cremini), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli or cauliflower florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté for 4 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs, then add to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, mushrooms, vegetables, cream, and half of the cheese.
- Pour into the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly and serve warm with fresh herbs on top.
Notes
Experiment with different vegetables and cheeses. Ensure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender.
- 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: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, low carb, family dinner, comfort food