Description
A warm, cheesy, and silky casserole that is low in carbs yet high in comfort, featuring shredded chicken and a tangy cream-cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 800 g (1.75 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
- 200 g (2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 50 g (1/2 cup) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 60 g (1/2 cup) almond flour
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion (about 120 g / 1 cup), finely chopped
- 150 g (1 cup) mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) low-sodium chicken broth
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 15 g (1/4 cup) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook and shred the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and roast at 200°C (400°F) for 18–22 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). Let rest 5 minutes, then shred with two forks.
- Sauté aromatics and mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 4–5 minutes, until translucent. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 3–4 minutes.
- Build the sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in cream cheese and heavy cream. Add chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and almond flour. Cook, stirring, until the cream cheese melts, about 3–5 minutes.
- Fold in cheese and chicken: Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan until melted. Fold in shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle extra cheddar on top. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 18–22 minutes. Finish under the broiler for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Rest and serve: Remove from the oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For make-ahead options, assemble and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. This casserole can be frozen after baking for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
