Keto Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Bake


Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
Protein + Veggies

2 cups cooked chicken (grilled or rotisserie, chopped)

3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or steamed)

½ cup sliced carrots (optional, small amount like photo — higher carb)

½ cup bell peppers (optional)

Creamy Keto Cheese Sauce

1 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic (minced)

¾ cup heavy cream

4 oz cream cheese (softened)

1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp paprika

½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

Topping (Optional)

Extra shredded cheddar for melting on top

Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Broccoli

Steam broccoli 3–4 minutes until just tender
(Don’t overcook — keeps it bright like the photo)

2️⃣ Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce

In a skillet over medium heat:

Melt butter

Add garlic → cook 30 seconds

Pour in heavy cream

Stir in cream cheese until smooth

Add cheddar cheese gradually until melted

Season with salt, pepper, paprika

Sauce should be thick and creamy.

3️⃣ Combine Everything

Add chicken + broccoli into the sauce

Stir until fully coated

4️⃣ Bake (Like the Image)

Pour mixture into a casserole dish.

Top with extra cheddar

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes

Broil 2 minutes for golden cheesy spots

Keto Macros (Approx per serving)

Calories: ~450–500

Fat: ~35g

Protein: ~35g

Net Carbs: ~5–7g
(carrots raise carbs slightly)

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