When you need some low carb comfort food try this Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken! A one-pan, low-carb dinner that’s under 7 net carbs per serving.

Overhead view of low carb broccoli cheddar chicken casserole in a skillet.

 

These rainy, cold days have me longing for spring and craving good old comfort foods. One of my favorite dishes has always been a Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Casserole. There is just something so comforting about a good cheesy casserole.

I recently created this Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken that is a low-carb version of that classic dish. It is hearty, easy and perfect for busy nights!

Ingredients in Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken 

For this chicken, broccoli, and cheese recipe, I use the same cheese sauce that I use in my Keto Taco Zoodle Casserole. It is a rich, creamy cheese sauce that is made on the stove top.

To make things really easy, I cook the chicken and the cheese sauce in the same pan to keep this an easy one pan meal. The ingredients you will need are:

  • Chicken
  • Broccoli
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Spices: Onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika
  • Almond milk
  • Heavy Cream
  • Cream Cheese
  • Cheddar Cheese

A spoonful of low carb chicken broccoli casserole being held over a skillet.

How to Make Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken 

This cheesy dish is my take on a low-carb chicken broccoli casserole. Here are the basic steps to making it: 

  1. Heat a large oven-safe skillet to medium heat. Add butter, cubed chicken and spices. Stir so the chicken is coated with the spices.
  2. Cook the chicken until it has browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the additional butter, garlic, almond milk, cream cheese and part of the cheddar cheese.
  4. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. When the cream cheese has broken up whisk the mixture so it is completely smooth.
  6. Add the chicken and broccoli to the skillet. Carefully stir so the mixture coats the chicken and broccoli well.
  7. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  9. Remove the skillet from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. This is important because the cheese sauce thickens as it cools. 

Can I Use Different Veggies? 

I don’t see why not! Just keep in mind that different veggies have different cook times, so that may impact how you make the cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole. 

A serving of low carb cheesy chicken and broccoli in a bowl. A skillet is in the background.

Tips for Making Keto Chicken and Broccoli Casserole 

  • For a spicier version of this broccoli cheddar chicken, use half cheddar and half Pepper Jack. 
  • I bet you could use ground chicken or another finely diced meat of choice in this recipe too. 
  • Enjoy the low-carb chicken broccoli casserole as is, or serve it alongside some cauliflower rice or a side salad. 

Other One-Pan Keto Recipes: 

One-pan recipes have always been my favorite. I have a ton of easy one-pan keto recipes you will love.  

When you need some low carb comfort food try this Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken! A one pan, low carb dinner under 7 net carbs per serving.

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Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Yield: 4
Author: Annie Holmes
When you need some low carb comfort food try this Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken! A one pan, low carb dinner under 7 net carbs per serving.
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Ingredients
 

Chicken and Broccoli:

  • 1 tablespoon of butter
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 cups of broccoli florets

Cheese Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Topping:

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat a large, oven proof skillet to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter, cubed chicken, and spices. Stir so the chicken is coated with the spices.
  • Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes or until it has browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. 
  • In the same skillet, add the cheese sauce ingredients (butter, garlic, almond milk, cream cheese and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese).
  • Heat over medium heat stirring occasionally. When the cream cheese has broken up whisk the mixture so it is completely smooth. A thick cheese sauce will form. 
  • Add the cooked chicken and broccoli to the skillet. Carefully stir so the mixture coats the chicken and broccoli well.
  • Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove the skillet from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. This is important because the cheese sauce thickens as it cools. 

Notes

For a spicy version, use half Pepper Jack cheese.
 
Net carbs are 6.6 g per serving
Serving: 1 1/4 cup, Calories: 311kcal, Carbohydrates: 9.6g, Protein: 30.7g, Fat: 17g, Cholesterol: 120.3mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3g
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