Description
A delicious and creamy Keto BBQ Chicken Casserole that combines shredded chicken, sugar-free BBQ sauce, cream cheese, and cheddar for a low-carb, flavorful meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sugar-free BBQ sauce, softened cream cheese, diced bell peppers, diced red onion, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the chicken mixture into it, spreading it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture to create a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese has melted and turned slightly golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle and for easier portioning.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breasts—grilled, roasted, or rotisserie chicken works well.
- Sugar-free BBQ sauce keeps the recipe keto-friendly; check labels to avoid added sugars.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar with your favorite melting cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
- Adjust spices like garlic powder and smoked paprika to your taste preference.
- This casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
- For added texture, top with chopped fresh parsley or green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: keto chicken casserole, BBQ chicken casserole, low carb casserole, keto dinner recipe, sugar-free BBQ, creamy chicken bake
