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Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Casserole

This Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Casserole is the perfect easy comforting dish for busy weeknights. Keto-friendly and comes together with simple pantry ingredients.

Course Main Course
Keyword broccoli casserole, broccoli cheese casserole
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 212 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour OR almond flour
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or to taste
  • sea salt & black pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar divided
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice about 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup shredded cooked chicken leave out for vegetarian
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease a 9x13 baking pan or 2.5 quart casserole dish. Set aside.
  2. Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir in arrowroot starch. Slowly whisk in heavy cream and continue whisking until  bubbly and thickened.

  3. Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, black pepper, cream cheese and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and whisk until thickened and smooth.

  4. Stir in cauliflower rice, chicken (if using) followed by broccoli and toss to coat. Add more cheese or cream as needed.
  5. Pour into a greased 9x13 baking pan or 2.5 quart casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheeses and bake for 37-42 minutes or until heated through and top is lightly golden.
  7. Serve hot and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 212 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g 28%
Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 4g 8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.