This Keto Low Carb Chicken Taco Casserole is a cheesy and creamy dish. We prepare this casserole with olive oil, garlic, heavy cream, keto salsa, onion, mozzarella cheese, cumin, chicken, taco seasoning, paprika, cream cheese, pepper, cheddar cheese, bell peppers, and salt. This casserole contains 380 calories and four grams of net carbs. We make this casserole in nearly forty minutes. This Keto Low Carb Chicken Taco Casserole is great for appetizers, gatherings, breakfasts, occasions, lunches, parties, snacks, family events, festivals, and dinners. You can prepare this casserole earlier, as we store this casserole in the freezer for only sixty days. You can serve this casserole with keto breakfast burrito, zucchini noodle bowl, garlic butter green beans & chicken, guacamole & veggie sticks, or cauliflower rice.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 cup
- Cooking Mode: Baking
- Total Servings: 6
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet or pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Oven
- Knife and cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups of chicken
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- One tablespoon of olive oil
- 2 pieces of garlic
- 1 cup keto salsa
- Half a cup of onion
- 4 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp Taco seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- Salt
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
- Pepper
- 1/2 cup bell peppers
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN:
- Chicken will provide a protein foundation to this casserole. Substitute it with canned chicken, shredded turkey, or ground beef.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is utilized for cooking purposes and provides nutritious fats. Alternate it with coconut oil, butter, or avocado oil.
ONIONS:
- Onions will give a deep flavor and sweet taste to this casserole. Replace them with green onions, chives, or onion powder.
SALSA:
- Salsa will provide a spicy taste and tarty flavor. As a replacement, use lime juice, garlic, sugar-free keto salsa, or jalapeños.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream will give a smooth texture. Alternatively, you can use high-fat coconut cream.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese will provide a gooey texture and strong flavor. Gouda, Colby, or Jack pepper can also be used.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Creamy cheese will create a thick consistency. Swap it with non-dairy cream cheese or mascarpone cheese.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese will give a melty and stretchy texture. Switch it out with provolone cheese or Monterey Jack.
BELL PEPPERS:
- Bell peppers will provide crunchiness and color. We can use spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms instead.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 190 degrees C.
- Put the oil in a pan and slowly warm it.
- Cook the garlic and onion till they are fragrant.
- Include the salt, shredded chicken, pepper, paprika, taco seasoning, and cumin.
- Stir them properly and then mix in the cream cheese, salsa, and heavy cream.
- Cook till they are mixed and become creamy.
- Completely mix the bell peppers and place the mixture in a pan.
- Equally garnish the surface with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Bake till the cheese gets brown and has a bubbly texture, for twenty-minutes.
- Cool it and then serve this casserole.
TIPS:
- You can add one layer of cauliflower rice for more volume.
- Include the jalapeños or chili flakes to get a spicy taste.
- Utilize freshly shredded cheese for perfect melting.
- Cool the casserole for ten minutes to get a thick texture.
- We utilize already-cooked chicken for quick cooking.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAKFASTS:
- Keto Breakfast Burrito
- Avocado & Egg Bowl
- Cheesy Keto Omelet
LUNCHES:
- Keto Chicken Salad
- Zucchini Noodle Bowl
- Cauliflower Rice Bowl
DINNERS:
- Keto Taco Skillet
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
- Garlic Butter Green Beans & Chicken
SNACKS:
- Keto Cheese Crisps
- Guacamole & Veggie Sticks
- Spicy Nuts
SIDES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Roasted Broccoli
- Keto Coleslaw
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put it in a closed box and store it for four days.
FREEZER:
- Store this casserole for only two months.
FAQs:
May I prepare this casserole with non-dairy items?
- Yes, you can make this casserole with dairy-free items for dairy-sensitives.
Does this casserole contain a spicy taste?
- Yes, it has a mild spicy taste.
Can I prepare this casserole earlier?
- Yes, you can assemble it, chill, and then bake it properly.
Will I utilize uncooked chicken?
- Yes, you can use it, but utilizing already cooked chicken will give a perfect texture.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 380 kcal
Sodium: 520 mg
Net Carbs: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g
Fats: 26 g
Proteins: 28 g
Portion Size: 1 cup
Total Carbs: 5 g
