Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole (Print Version)
Savory chicken, tangy marinara, and melted cheeses bake into a bubbling golden crust perfect for keto dining.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
→ Sauce
02 - 1 ½ cups sugar-free marinara sauce
→ Cheeses
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
→ Seasonings
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ¼ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Topping
10 - ¼ cup pork rinds, crushed
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a medium casserole dish
02 - Combine cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl
03 - Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish
04 - Pour marinara sauce over the chicken layer, spreading gently to cover completely
05 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the sauce layer
06 - Scatter crushed pork rinds over the cheese for added texture, if desired
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until casserole is bubbling and cheese is golden brown
08 - Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve hot
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything you love about chicken parmesan without the breading guilt
- Ready in under an hour with hands off time while it bakes
02 -
- Letting it rest for 5 minutes makes serving so much easier
- The pork rinds stay surprisingly crisp even under the sauce
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients mix together much more smoothly
- Crush pork rinds right before using for maximum freshness