Keto Garlic Mushroom Chicken Casserole — Low-Carb Comfort Dinner Recipe
This Keto Garlic Mushroom Chicken Casserole is a comforting low-carb dinner that’s bursting with rich flavors from sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and creamy cheeses. Perfect for keto and low-carb diets, it combines tender cooked chicken with a creamy garlic mushroom sauce, baked until bubbly and golden. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this dish makes a satisfying and wholesome weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking and to achieve a lovely golden color on the casserole.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until they are golden brown and have released their moisture.
- Cook Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with mushrooms and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning and to release the garlic’s fragrance.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms and garlic, heavy cream, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Transfer the chicken mixture evenly into the dish, spreading it out flat.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your warm, comforting low-carb casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For a lower fat version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the texture will be less rich.
- If you prefer more herbs, fresh thyme and oregano can be used instead of dried.
- This casserole is freezer-friendly; assemble and freeze before baking, then thaw overnight and bake as directed.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute with coconut cream and a dairy-free cheese option, though this will impact flavor.
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