Keto Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Casserole is the perfect low-carb comfort dinner for anyone craving a rich, cheesy, and satisfying meal without the carbs. This Keto Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Casserole recipe uses tender chicken pieces baked in a velvety garlic-infused cream sauce made with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella for a perfectly indulgent texture. The casserole comes together quickly with simple ingredients while still delivering big flavor, making it ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, and holiday-season comfort meals. It’s naturally gluten-free, uses common keto staples, reheats beautifully, and offers the kind of warm, cozy, creamy bite that feels restaurant-level without any complicated steps. If you love creamy chicken dinners that feel hearty and satisfying while staying keto-friendly, this Keto Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Casserole will absolutely become a staple.

About This Recipe

This casserole is built for anyone who wants a cozy, creamy, satisfying dinner while still keeping things strict keto. Every bite is rich with garlic, butter, and melted cheese, giving you that classic comfort-dish flavor without needing any flour, pasta, or thickening agents. It’s the kind of dish you can serve to your family without anyone realizing it’s low-carb.

The texture comes from a simple combination of heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella, which melt together into a silky sauce that coats every piece of chicken. Because the chicken is baked directly in the sauce, it stays incredibly tender and absorbs the garlic and cheese flavor in the best possible way. Nothing fancy, nothing complicated — just honest keto ingredients doing their job perfectly.

This recipe also works extremely well for meal prepping. The casserole keeps its structure after cooling, reheats without drying out, and even tastes richer the next day. For anyone eating keto long-term, having a reliable creamy chicken bake like this makes weekly meal planning so much easier.

And visually, it hits that ideal spot between rustic and comforting: golden melted cheese on top, a bubbling creamy base underneath, and a warm dinnertime presentation that looks inviting without any fuss. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or guests, this casserole lands right in the middle of effortless and impressive.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Creamy, cheesy, comforting, simple ingredients, easy to prep, reheats perfectly, family-friendly, rich flavor without carbs.

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Grease a medium casserole dish.
Melt butter in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Place chicken pieces into the casserole dish.
Pour the cream sauce over the chicken and mix lightly.
Top with shredded mozzarella.
Bake 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Rest 5 minutes before serving and top with parsley.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 420
Fat: 30g
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 3g (net)

FAQ

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, they stay even juicier.
Can I freeze this casserole?
Yes — freeze before or after baking.
Can I add vegetables?
Broccoli or spinach works well, just keep carbs in mind.

Variations & Substitutions

Add cooked bacon for extra richness
Use Asiago instead of Parmesan
Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for heat

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a simple side salad, roasted broccoli, or sautéed spinach.

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