Keto Garlic Mushroom Chicken Casserole Recipe
This Keto Garlic Mushroom Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and savory dish perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle. It combines tender cooked chicken, sautéed garlic and mushrooms, and rich cream cheese sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese baked to bubbly perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Seasoning and Oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole once the ingredients are combined.
- SautĂ© garlic and mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms become tender and fragrant, which enhances the casserole’s flavor.
- Make the cream sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, softened cream cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk this mixture until smooth and creamy, forming the base sauce.
- Combine chicken with mushroom mixture: Stir the cooked chicken into the sautéed mushroom and garlic mixture, then pour in the cream sauce. Mix thoroughly so all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and transfer the chicken and mushroom cream mixture into it evenly.
- Add the cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole to create a deliciously melted cheese layer when baked.
- Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool slightly for a few minutes before serving to let the dish set and enhance flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken to save time.
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh parsley or chives as garnish after baking.
- If you prefer a lower fat version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and a reduced-fat cream cheese.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to blend smoothly with the heavy cream.
- This casserole can be reheated in the oven or microwave for leftovers.
