Here’s a High-Protein, Low-Carb Chicken Casserole recipe—hearty, creamy, and perfect for a healthy dinner 🍗🥦🧀
🥘 High-Protein, Low-Carb Chicken Casserole
⏱ Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 30–35 minutes
- Total: 45–50 minutes
🍽 Serves
- 4 servings
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or poached)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (or cauliflower)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or cream cheese for creamier texture)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a casserole dish with a little olive oil or cooking spray.
2️⃣ Cook Veggies
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic, mushrooms, and bell peppers for 3–4 minutes.
- Add broccoli and cook for 2–3 more minutes until slightly tender.
3️⃣ Prepare Casserole Mix
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, Greek yogurt, cheddar cheese, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until everything is coated evenly.
4️⃣ Assemble
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
- Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar on top.
5️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
6️⃣ Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy as is or with a side salad for extra greens.
🌟 Tips
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Swap in cauliflower rice to make it extra low-carb.
- Add spinach or zucchini for more veggies.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.