A rich, creamy, and comforting casserole packed with tender broccoli, cheesy sauce, and high-protein keto-friendly noodles. This low-carb baked dish is hearty enough for dinner while staying keto and protein-packed.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)
🔹 Main Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 200g keto-friendly noodles (palmini, shirataki, or protein pasta)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (optional for extra protein)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
🔹 Creamy Sauce
- 120g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔹 Optional Topping
- Extra cheddar cheese
- Crushed pork rinds for crunch
- Fresh parsley
🍳 Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking dish
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)
- Grease casserole dish lightly
🔸 Step 2: Prepare Broccoli
- Steam or blanch broccoli for 2–3 minutes
👉 Keep slightly firm
🔸 Step 3: Prepare Noodles
- Cook keto noodles according to package instructions
- Drain very well
✔ Especially important for shirataki noodles
🔸 Step 4: Make Cheese Sauce
- In skillet combine:
- Cream cheese
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Garlic
- Onion powder
- Heat until smooth
🔸 Step 5: Add Cheese
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted
🔸 Step 6: Assemble Casserole
- Mix together:
- Broccoli
- Noodles
- Chicken (if using)
- Cheese sauce
- Transfer to baking dish
🔸 Step 7: Add Topping
- Sprinkle extra cheese or crushed pork rinds on top
🔸 Step 8: Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes
✔ Top should be bubbly and golden
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Side salad 🥗
- Garlic butter mushrooms 🍄
- Roasted vegetables 🥦
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Drain noodles thoroughly to avoid watery casserole
✔ Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
✔ Broil last 2 minutes for golden cheese crust
✔ Sharp cheddar gives best flavor
🔄 Variations
🥓 Bacon Cheddar
Add crispy bacon bits
🌶️ Spicy Keto Bake
Add jalapeños or chili flakes
🍄 Mushroom Version
Add sautéed mushrooms
🧄 Garlic Parmesan
Add parmesan and extra garlic
❓ FAQs
What noodles work best?
Palmini or protein pasta give best texture.
Can I freeze it?
Yes—freeze after baking up to 2 months.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Skip chicken and use vegetable broth.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~350–480
- Protein: ~28–40g
- Carbs: ~6–10g net carbs
- Fat: ~24g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Keto Full-Fat Version
👉 7–10 WW Points
🔻 Lighter Cheese Version
👉 5–7 WW Points
✅ Higher-Protein Lean Chicken Version
👉 4–6 WW Points