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Keto Chicken Casserole

Name: Keto Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3cm cubes; 1 medium head cauliflower (about 500g), cut into florets and steamed for 5 minutes until just tender; 120ml heavy cream; 60ml chicken broth; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon butter; 150g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 100g mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 60g almond flour mixed with 30g melted butter and 30g parmesan cheese for topping; 15g fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

This comforting one-dish meal combines tender chicken, a rich cream sauce, melted cheese, and cauliflower or broccoli, all finished with a crispy toasted topping. It's a classic keto weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully.

653calper serving 61gprotein 11gcarbs 41gfat 20min prep 35min cook 4serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Keto Chicken Casserole — common questions

Can I make this casserole ahead?

Yes, assemble completely in the baking dish, cover with foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; bake from cold at 180°C for 35-40 minutes until heated through and the top is golden.

What vegetables can I use instead of cauliflower?

Broccoli florets work perfectly and require the same 5-minute steam; zucchini rounds, green beans, or mushrooms also work well but drain thoroughly before adding to prevent watering down the sauce.

My sauce looks curdled—what went wrong?

The cream was overheated or the cheese was added at too high a temperature; prevent this by removing the skillet from heat before adding cheese and stirring gently until it melts completely before pouring into the dish.

Can I make this without the almond flour topping?

Yes, simply skip the topping or use a crushed pork rind and parmesan mixture instead; the casserole is delicious without a topping, though the crunch is missed.

How do I reheat leftovers?

Cover loosely with foil and reheat at 160°C for 15-20 minutes until heated through; or microwave individual portions at 50% power for 2-3 minutes to avoid curdling the cream.

Can I freeze this casserole?

Yes, cool completely, wrap tightly in foil or transfer to a freezer container, and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat at 160°C for 25-30 minutes covered.