This keto Chicken Pot Pie Casserole is a very velvety, opulent, and delicious dish. This casserole has reduced the content of carbs, making with keto-friendly as well. This Pot pie casserole features a combination of thick cheesy sauce, nutrient-rich vegetables, and shredded chicken, along with a keto-friendly golden biscuit crust placed over the mixture. We would relish all the tastes of this pot pie, but without the guilt of the carbs. You can easily use the leftover Rotisserie chicken or meat to prepare this casserole to save time. This keto Chicken Pot Pie Casserole stores and reheats well, so it is best to prepare this casserole for meal prep.
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STATS:
- Cook time: Thirty mints.
- Total time: Forty mints.
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Servings: 6
- Cuisine: American
- Prep time: 15 mints.
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Keto & Gluten-Free
- Calories: 385 kcal
EQUIPMENT:
- Bowl
- Spatula
- Skillet
- Spoon
INGREDIENTS:
FILING:
- 2 tbsp. butter
- ½ cup onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup celery
- ½ cup carrots
- 2 cups of chicken
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cream cheese
- ½ tsp. xanthan gum
- ½ cup frozen peas
- Salt & pepper
BISCUIT LAYER:
- One & ½ cups almond flour
- One tbsp. baking powder
- Half tsp. garlic seasoning
- Quarter tsp. salt
- Two big eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- ½ cup cheddar cheese
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
BUTTER:
- It is used to toss the vegetables, and it also adds richness and flavor to the dish.
GARLIC AND ONIONS:
- They are added to the casserole to provide the flavor and aroma in the dish.
CELERY:
- It is a traditional vegetable to add to the pot pies.
CHICKEN:
- We utilize the leftover rotisserie chicken or shredded chicken to prepare this casserole.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- We utilize the low-sodium chicken broth to prepare this pot pie and to control the salt content.
HEAVY CREAM:
- It is added to the casserole to add richness and to prepare the keto-friendly and creamy sauce without the additional carbs.
CREAM CHEESE:
- It is included in the pot pie filling to thicken and provide texture.
XANTHAN GUM:
- It is used to thicken the filling in place of the corn flour or flour to avoid the additional carbs.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- It is a low-carb flour as a substitute for the all-purpose flour, and it is used to prepare the biscuit topping.
BAKING POWDER:
- It is used to fluff the biscuit topping, and it should be fresh.
SALT & GARLIC POWDER:
- It is added to the biscuit batter to make it more flavorful and tasty.
EGGS:
- They are added to the dough to provide the structure, and they also help in binding the dough.
SOUR CREAM:
- It is added in the topping to provide the moisture, and it also aids in softening of topping.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- It is included in the biscuit topping to provide the flavor, and it also adds a cheesy flavor to the dish.
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INSTRUCTION:
- We can heat the oven to 375°F.
- Put the paper in the dish.
- We can liquefy the butter in a large pan over a moderate setting.
- Then we can add the celery, onion, & garlic and sauté until tender.
- Now we can add the heavy cream, chicken stock, cream cheese, & chicken and simmer for five minutes.
- We can add the xanthan gum to the sauce and simmer for a further three to five minutes by stirring it frequently until it thickens.
- Then we can add salt & pepper to the filling.
- Now we can transfer the filing to the dish.
- Then we can combine the salt, baking powder, garlic powder, & almond flour in a dish.
- We can add the sour cream, eggs, and cheddar cheese to the dry components and mix until the dough forms.
- Now we can add the biscuit dough over the filling and cover the surface with the dough.
- Then we can bake the pie casserole for 25-30 minutes.
- We can let it sit for five to ten minutes, then serve.
SERVING IDEAS:
- Serve this pot pie with simple vinaigrette of olive oil on the side.
- We can add a dollop of mashed cauliflower for additional comfort
- Serve this pot pie casserole with green beans or roasted Brussels sprouts.
- We can scattering the parmesan or cheddar cheese on the casserole formerly baking.
- You would garnish the casserole with thyme or parsley.
- Serve this dish in the ramekins for the individual portions.
TIPS:
- We would utilize the rotisserie chicken to shorten the preparation time.
- You would sprinkle a dash of poultry spice for the additional taste.
- We can increase the amount of celery or mushrooms if we don’t add the peas or carrots.
- You would allow the casserole to sit before serving.
- We would utilize the coconut cream as a substitute for heavy cream to prepare the dairy-free alternative.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the slices in the seal container and preserve the casserole for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- We would cover the separate slices in the serine wrap and preserve the slices for two months.
FAQs:
Can I prepare the biscuit layer with coconut flour?
- We can’t prepare the biscuit layer with the coconut flour because it makes the layer too dry, so we have to prepare the layer with only almond flour.
Is this casserole gluten-free?
- Yes, this casserole is completely gluten-free as it is made with all gluten-free components.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 410 kcal
Total Carbs: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Net Carbs: 6g
Protein: 21g
Vitamin A: 500 IU
Fat: 33g
Sodium: 720mg
Potassium: 300mg
Calcium: 250mg
Iron: 1.5mg
Serving Size: One slice
