Description
Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish that marries tender chicken with creamy cheese and fresh spinach, all while keeping carbs low. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also delivers a warm, hearty meal that will satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (washed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, sauté spinach in olive oil over medium heat until wilted.
- Combine sautéed spinach, cream cheese, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese in a bowl.
- Layer half of the chicken in the baking dish and top with half of the cheesy spinach mixture; repeat layers.
- Pour chicken broth evenly over the casserole and cover loosely with foil.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 564mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 103mg