Description
A rich, cheesy, and low-carb dinner that combines tender chicken and broccoli in a decadent cream sauce.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 lb fresh broccoli florets
1 cup heavy cream
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Step 2: Sauté seasoned chicken in avocado oil until browned; place in baking dish with broccoli.
Step 3: Whisk heavy cream, cream cheese, parmesan, and spices in a pan until smooth and melted.
Step 4: Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese into the sauce until incorporated.
Step 5: Pour sauce over chicken and broccoli, then top with remaining cheddar.
Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Use a block of cheddar and grate it yourself for a smoother melt and to avoid hidden starches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
