The Keto Italian Chicken Bake casserole is very cheesy. It has lots of Italian flavors without the additional carbs. Make this dish with chicken chunks, mozzarella cheese, keto marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, and traditional Italian herbs. Prepare simply and quickly in only thirty-five minutes. It is good for busy weeknights. This dish contains a combination of different cheeses, so it is a dairy-containing dish. We consume a dairy-free alternative if we want to prepare a non-dairy dish. This dish only comprises 3g net carbs, so we don’t have to put too much attention on the carb count. Pair Keto Italian Chicken Bake casserole with cauliflower rice, zoodles, and green salad for a delicious dinner.
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STATS:
- Number of calories: 380 kcal
- Time for preparation: 10 minutes
- Portion size: 1 portion
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Overall time: 35 minutes
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Keto
- Portion: 6 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Casserole dish
- Mixing dish
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
- 1.5 lbs. chicken breasts
- Half teaspoon onion seasoning
- 1 cup Keto marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- Black pepper
- ½ tsp. garlic seasoning
- Salt
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- Fresh basil
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- We use chicken breast fillet without bones and skin to make this chicken bake casserole. We also opt for chicken thighs for a juicy casserole.
KETO MARINARA SAUCE:
- Use Marinara sauce to prepare this casserole without the additional sugar and carbs. It also makes this dish rich and moist.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Use this cheese to make this casserole as it melts nicely, and it also uses full-fat cheese for this purpose.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- We use Parmesan cheese to add the nutty and salty bite to this casserole. It complements the taste of mozzarella cheese, and it also enriches the taste of this dish.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- This Italian seasoning is a mix of dry herbs. It provides the traditional Italian aroma
GARLIC & ONION SEASONING:
- We add this in casserole to provide the deep flavors of onion and garlic without the carbs.
OILVE OIL:
- We use Olive oil to grease the dish to help prevent it from sticking, and it also adds healthy fats.
SALT & PEPPER:
- Use salt & pepper to add flavor and help fix the taste of all ingredients.
BASIL:
- Use basil to garnish the casserole and also adds the herby aroma and bright color.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm up the oven to four hundred degrees F.
- We apply the oil to a casserole dish.
- Sprinkle garlic & onion powder, black pepper, salt, & Italian seasoning on the chicken.
- Put the chicken in a casserole dish.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella & parmesan cheese in the dish, and bake for 25 minutes.
- We can garnish the dish with basil and serve it after 5 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Cauliflower rice and roasted zucchini pair well with this dish.
- Keto garlic bread pairs with this chicken casserole bake.
- We can serve this dish along with salad & olive oil vinaigrette.
- Top this dish with red chili flakes to make the spicy casserole.
- Serve this Italian casserole with zoodles.
- Pair this Italian casserole with sautéed spinach or kale.
TIPS:
- We can utilize rotisserie chicken for its convenience to save time.
- Add mushrooms and spinach in this casserole for additional nutrition and taste.
- Provolone cheese is also used to prepare this casserole.
- Use chicken thigh to prepare the juicy casserole.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the leftover slices of this casserole in a vacuum dish for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Cover the leftover slices with aluminum foil and store the casserole for 2 months.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this casserole with store-bought marinara sauce?
- We can easily make this casserole with store-bought marinara sauce. We have to be sure it is completely keto without sugar.
How can I prepare this casserole dairy-free?
- We can prepare the non-dairy casserole by using dairy-free cheese. The texture and taste will be different.
Will we include a variety of vegetables in this casserole?
- We can easily include different kinds of vegetables in this casserole. They should be keto-friendly, like zucchini, mushrooms, bell pepper, or green beans.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric count: 380
Net carbs: 3g
Iron: 1.2mg
Portion: 6
Overall carbs: 4g
Vitamin A: 680 IU
Fiber: 1g
Portion size: 1/6th of the casserole
Calcium: 250mg
Protein: 38g
Sodium: 590mg
Potassium:Â 520mg
