Description
Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole features smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, cauliflower florets, and natural seasonings for a wholesome, comforting, and quick meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
Vegetables
- 3 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy and Cream
- 1 cup creamy plant-based cheese
- 3/4 cup plant-based heavy cream substitute
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Other
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or preferred cooking oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cook the smoked turkey bacon in a pan until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Roast or steam the cauliflower florets until tender but still firm. Shred or dice the cooked chicken breasts.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the finely chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, building a flavorful base for the casserole.
- Combine and Season: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, cauliflower, cooked turkey bacon, sautéed onions, and garlic. Pour in the plant-based heavy cream substitute and add paprika, black pepper, salt, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Gently stir to mix evenly.
- Add Cheese and Natural Gelling Agent: Fold in the creamy plant-based cheese along with the natural gelling agent to bind the mixture and create a creamy, sliceable texture.
- Bake Until Golden: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling. Let the casserole rest a few minutes before serving to set.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower florets to retain better texture after baking.
- Prepare and chop ingredients ahead of time to speed up weeknight assembly.
- Stir gently when mixing ingredients to prevent mushy texture.
- Taste the mixture before baking and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before slicing for neat portions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: low carb, chicken casserole, plant-based cheese, turkey bacon, cauliflower, gluten free
