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Low Carb Chicken Casserole

Low Carb Chicken Casserole

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Low Carb Chicken Casserole is a quick and easy meal combining tender chicken breast, smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and fresh vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower rice. Enhanced with natural gelling agent and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), it delivers a satisfying, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, with customizable options to suit your taste.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Cheese

  • 2 large chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 strips smoked turkey bacon, cut into small strips
  • 1 1/2 cups plant-based cheese, shredded

Vegetables

  • 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 1/4 cup grape juice (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent, dissolved in grape juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (natural)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional

  • Fresh parsley or thyme, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Cut smoked turkey bacon into small strips. Chop broccoli into small florets. Have cauliflower rice ready for use.
  2. Cook the Bacon and Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook smoked turkey bacon until slightly crispy, then remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Season with garlic powder and onion powder (natural).
  3. Combine Vegetables and Natural Gelling Agent: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, crispy bacon, broccoli florets, cauliflower rice, and shredded plant-based cheese. Stir in the natural gelling agent dissolved in grape juice (natural) gently to maintain texture and creaminess.
  4. Bake the Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased casserole dish. Drizzle vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) evenly over the top. Sprinkle with black pepper and a pinch of salt. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling.
  5. Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes after baking to set. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and tenderness.
  • Gently fold the cheese and natural gelling agent mixture to keep texture light.
  • Steam broccoli slightly before adding to reduce extra moisture.
  • Choose firm plant-based cheese to ensure good melting without sogginess.
  • Use a glass casserole dish for even heat distribution and a perfect bake.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: low carb casserole, chicken casserole, plant-based cheese, turkey bacon, gluten free, easy dinner, meal prep

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/low-carb-chicken-casserole/