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Chicken Broccoli Bake

August 14, 2020 by Sharon 19 Comments

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This creamy, cheesy, low carb Chicken Broccoli Bake is an easy way to get a healthy, keto meal on the table. Use shredded rotisserie in this gluten free cheddar chicken broccoli casserole to make it even easier!

 

CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE

 

I’m all about this healthy chicken broccoli casserole. It consists of real food, no condensed soup cans, or premixed powders. Simple to make and even easier to eat. 😉 

 

Ticking all the special diet boxes, this broccoli chicken casserole is keto, gluten free and low carb. It is also creamy, cheesy, and yummy. Let’s get started!

 

INGREDIENTS TO MAKE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI BAKE

 

  • broccoli florets
  • cream cheese
  • mayonnaise
  • grated cheese – cheddar, marble, parmesan, gouda, provolone – you decide! Anything melty will do.
  • cooked chicken
  • garlic powder, salt, pepper

 

This chicken and broccoli bake has a pretty simple ingredient list, which I love.

 

As far as the cooked chicken goes, I use a variety of things – leftover shredded rotisserie leads the pack followed by extra honey mustard chicken.

 

It is always a good idea to cook additional chicken when you are already making it. That way you will have it prepped and ready to go for meals like this cheesy chicken broccoli bake.

 

There is something else you may notice about this particular chicken broccoli casserole – no rice! No potatoes either. No pasta. Are you sensing a theme? This chicken broccoli casserole is keto.

 

See what to serve with this dish below low carb options and family-friendly ones too. 🙂

 

HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

 

Like many baked chicken broccoli recipes, there is a basic assembly line procedure. Layer your elements in a casserole dish and sprinkle with cheese. Or blanket the heck out of it with cheese, which is what happens here but you do you! 

Firstly prepare the broccoli by cutting the crown in florets – about four cups worth. Quickly steam these on the stovetop.

 

Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, the softened cream cheese is mixed with a dollop of mayo and some seasonings. I simply use salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This is meant to be family-friendly so no reason in experimenting with fancy, faraway spices.

 

Add the chopped up cooked chicken and grated cheese. Broccoli cheddar chicken casserole has a nice ring to it no? I agree. Cheddar it is.

 

 

Finally, stir in the steamed broccoli and transfer the mixture over to a casserole dish. This gets smothered in the aforementioned blanket of cheddar cheese (please grate your own – the pre-shredded stuff is gack!) and heads to the oven to become creamy and delicious.

 

 

WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

 

So what to serve with your bubbling fresh chicken broccoli casserole? Here are some suggestions:

  • keep it fully low carb/keto and serve with a big salad
  • fresh, crusty multigrain bread
  • rice or quinoa
  • roasted carrots or potatoes

 

 

More things to love about this chicken and broccoli bake – healthy, tasty, and crowd-pleasing! You may want to double the recipe if the need for seconds becomes a reality.

 

If you are looking for more keto meals check out this post that details 43 awesome recipes for keto meal prep! Budget-friendly ideas for stretching your food dollars. 

 

MORE HEALTHY GLUTEN FREE CHICKEN RECIPES

 

Mexican Brown Rice Bake

 

Chicken Enchilada Bake with Butternut Squash

 

Garden Fresh Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake

 

Chicken Enchiladas in a Spicy Sour Cream Sauce

 

Baked Chicken Fajitas

 

Homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken

 

 

 

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4.34 from 18 votes
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Chicken Broccoli Bake
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Broil
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

This creamy, cheesy, low carb Chicken Broccoli Bake is an easy way to get a healthy, keto meal on the table. Use shredded rotisserie in this gluten free cheddar chicken broccoli casserole to make it even easier!

Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesy chicken broccoli casserole keto, chicken and broccoli bake, chicken broccoli bake
Servings: 4
Calories: 318 kcal
Author: Sharon
Ingredients
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
  • 1/4 cup grated cheese, for the topping the casserole
Instructions
  1. Heat the oven to 375, grease a 9 x 9 casserole dish ( I use an avocado spray ) and set aside.

  2. Start by prepping your broccoli. Put a large saucepan with about 2 inches of water over medium-high heat. Once the water is at a rolling boil, add in the broccoli florets. Let them steam for about 2 minutes or until they are fork tender. Drain the water, return the broccoli to the sauce pan and set aside.

  3. In a large mixing bowl combine the softened cream cheese with the mayo and then stir in the seasonings. Add the cheddar, then the cooked and chopped chicken. Finally, stir in the steamed broccoli and blend it all together.

  4. Pour the chicken and broccoli mixture into the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle with the last 1/4 cup of grated cheese.

  5. Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Next, set the oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and browning in spots.

  6. Serve warm.

  7. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for up to three days.

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Broccoli Bake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 99mg33%
Sodium 489mg21%
Potassium 475mg14%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 1160IU23%
Vitamin C 81mg98%
Calcium 231mg23%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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Comments

  1. Shailaja DESAI

    August 18, 2020 at 1:35 pm

    5 stars
    This is just so good! Love that you have used cream cheese and mayo Sharon, which must make this cassarole insanely moist! I usually use a white sauce but would love to try this recipe…

    Reply
    • Sharon

      August 19, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      It’s been in the rotation here for weeks now. 🙂 Thx Shy!

      Reply
  2. Colleen

    August 19, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like pure comfort food. I know it will be a hit with my whole family. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      August 19, 2020 at 10:28 pm

      Pure comfort is right! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Sadia Malik

    August 19, 2020 at 10:41 pm

    5 stars
    good idea about cooking extra chicken while you are at it

    Reply
    • Sharon

      August 21, 2020 at 10:35 am

      I’m always cooking extras. 😉

      Reply
  4. Lisa

    August 20, 2020 at 7:15 am

    5 stars
    I love how basic and simple this recipe is and how it just screams comfort food. Thanks for sharing it!

    Reply
  5. Vanessa

    August 20, 2020 at 8:46 am

    5 stars
    Love the simple real food ingredient list. This will be perfect for busy weeknights this Fall.

    Reply
  6. Cynthia Priest

    August 23, 2020 at 10:44 pm

    5 stars
    I am always cooking whole chicken but get tired of casserole with pasta in it. I will have to give this creamy cheesy version a whirl!

    Reply
  7. Terri G

    August 24, 2020 at 6:17 am

    5 stars
    I’m loving how delicious, healthy and light this is, without rice or canned soup. What a great Weight Watchers dinner!

    Reply
  8. Sabrina

    September 2, 2020 at 11:50 am

    5 stars
    This is so good! Kid friendly, low carb and high protein. This is now a weekly favourite, thank you!

    Reply
  9. Wendolyn

    September 15, 2020 at 7:17 pm

    Have you tried freezing this casserole, and if so, does it hold up well to thawing and reheating?

    Reply
    • Sharon

      September 15, 2020 at 7:25 pm

      I haven’t frozen this personally. It’s fine in the fridge for a couple of days and reheated but freezing is a different story. I find that freezing anything with dairy can be challenging. The fats tend to separate, and as a result, the texture and flavor can suffer.

      Reply
  10. C McK

    November 19, 2020 at 6:21 am

    5 stars
    This has been bookmarked to my recipes list! – quite tasty! I was searching for a chicken broccoli cheese recipe without rice and without canned soup and this answered the mail.

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 19, 2020 at 9:52 am

      Doesn’t it seem everything has a can of soup chucked in it? lol So glad you enjoyed – this is in our weekly dinner rotation too! It’s a fave around here. Leftovers heat up well also!

      Reply
  11. Katie

    January 14, 2021 at 4:17 pm

    Any substitutions for the mail? We have an egg allergy in our family.

    Reply
    • Sharon

      January 14, 2021 at 7:21 pm

      I think this recipe is already egg-free. Yay!

      Reply
      • Katie

        January 17, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Sorry, Mayo. Mayonnaise has egg in it.

        Reply
        • Sharon

          January 17, 2021 at 11:05 am

          Ah, yes! Gotcha. You can try sour cream instead or also just a bit more cream cheese which I have done and it still tastes great. 🙂

          Reply

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