Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy texture of this Keto Garlic Mushroom Chicken Casserole, where tender chicken melds beautifully with earthy mushrooms and a luscious garlic-infused sauce. Each bite offers a savory explosion of flavor, complemented by a hint of cheese that creates a comforting, satisfying experience.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Mushrooms: 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Onion: 1 medium onion, diced
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Chicken Broth: 1 cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Seasonings: 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, sautéed vegetables, heavy cream, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and omit cheese.
- Feel free to add other low-carb vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 8 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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