Description
A creamy, low-carb casserole featuring tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and broccoli, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using fresh broccoli, blanch in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, broccoli, heavy cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until coated.
- Grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet with olive oil.
- Spread the chicken and broccoli mixture evenly into the dish.
- Sprinkle extra mozzarella on top for more cheesy goodness.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For the best results, dry the broccoli thoroughly and let the cream and cheese sit at room temperature before mixing. Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg