KETO CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE

yield: 10 SERVINGS

prep time: 35 MINUTES

cook time: 1 HOUR 25 MINUTES

total time: 2 HOURS

For anyone who adores the marriage of chicken and cheese, it’s a match made in heaven, with tiny broccoli florets to help balance the rich, creaminess of the dish.

INGREDIENTS

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 lbs)
3 medium heads broccoli, cut into 1" to 1 1/2" florets (approx. 9 cups of raw, cut broccoli)
1 cup sour cream
1 egg, beaten
1 cup block cream cheese, (8 oz package) softened
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (8 oz bag), divided (1 1/2 cups + 1/2 cup for topping)
2 cups mozzarella cheese, (8 oz bag) divided, (1 1/2 cups + 1/2 cup for topping)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon powder (can substitute with one crushed bouillon cube)

DIRECTIONS

First, Place chicken breasts in a large pot and pour in enough water to cover the breasts. Salt the water. Place over medium/high heat, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until no longer pink, about 40 minutes. Allow chicken to cool, then shred it into small pieces. Set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13x9 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Then, Add a few pinches of salt to the broccoli florets and steam until crisp-tender using your favorite method. Once cooked, drain to remove excess moisture, set aside.
Place In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, blend sour cream, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, egg, and spices (salt through pepper) until thoroughly combined. Dissolve bouillon in 1/2 cup of hot water and beat into the mixture. Now add 1 1/2 cups each cheddar and mozzarella, mix well. Lastly, add the shredded chicken, stir to combine.
Next Spread about 1/4 of the chicken mixture into an even layer on the bottom of your greased baking dish. Make a second layer using the broccoli, followed by the rest of the chicken mixture. Top with remaining cheese.
Finally Bake for 45 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Article adapted from : https://www.myketokitchen.com/keto-recipes/chicken-cheese-broccoli-casserole/