Description
This Keto Chicken Alfredo Casserole is a delicious low-carb comfort food that combines tender steamed cauliflower, juicy seasoned chicken breast, and a creamy homemade keto Alfredo sauce topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle, this casserole is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare with simple ingredients and a straightforward baking method.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 14 ounces Cauliflower florets (cut into bite-size pieces)
Chicken
- 32 ounces Chicken breast
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
Oils and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Keto Alfredo Sauce
Cheese
- 12 ounces Shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Steam the cauliflower: Place the cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup of water, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes until the cauliflower is fork tender. Avoid overcooking to maintain texture.
- Drain and dry cauliflower: Carefully drain the water from the cauliflower and pat dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture. Set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and season them evenly with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken cubes for about 10 minutes or until fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Heat the Alfredo sauce: In a small pot over medium-low heat, warm the keto Alfredo sauce. Add 3 ounces of mozzarella cheese and stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Prepare casserole dish: Spray a 13×9 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray and spread ½ cup of the warmed keto Alfredo sauce evenly on the bottom.
- Layer cauliflower: Add half of the steamed and dried cauliflower to form the first vegetable layer on top of the sauce.
- Add chicken layer: Distribute half of the cooked chicken evenly over the cauliflower, filling gaps between the florets.
- Add more sauce: Pour ¾ cup of the keto Alfredo sauce over the cauliflower and chicken layers to moisten the casserole.
- Sprinkle cheese: Evenly sprinkle 4.5 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Repeat layers: Repeat the layering steps with the remaining cauliflower, chicken, Alfredo sauce, and finish with the last of the mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake the casserole: Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese on top is fully melted and slightly bubbly.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the cauliflower during steaming to maintain a pleasant texture in the casserole.
- For an extra creamy sauce, ensure the mozzarella cheese is fully melted into the Alfredo sauce before assembling the casserole.
- You can prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it, baking it fresh when ready to serve.
- Use fresh chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture, but pre-cooked chicken can be used to reduce cooking time.
- If desired, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley on top before serving for a fresh garnish.
