Description
If you’re craving something warm, cheesy, and bold but still low-carb, this spicy keto chicken-and-cheese casserole is a perfect pick. It’s creamy, satisfying, and packed with flavor — the kind of easy oven meal that works on busy nights and tastes even better the next day. Simple ingredients, one dish, big comfort.
Ingredients
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1½ lb (700 g) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in chunks
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1 tsp butter or avocado oil (for greasing dish)
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1 tsp taco seasoning (no added sugar)
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1 cup (240 g) low-sugar salsa
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½ cup (120 g) full-fat sour cream (or full-fat Greek yogurt)
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4 oz (115 g) diced jalapeños, drained (jarred or fresh)
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1½ cups (170 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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4 green onions, sliced
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish. -
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook 6–8 minutes until no longer pink and lightly browned. Drain excess liquid. Toss with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. -
Make the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl, mix salsa, sour cream, and jalapeños until smooth. -
Assemble
Spread chicken evenly in the baking dish. Pour sauce over the top and spread to cover. -
Bake
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, until hot and bubbling at the edges. -
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top. Return to oven for 5 minutes until melted and gooey. -
Rest & Finish
Let rest 5–10 minutes to thicken. Top with sliced green onions and serve.
Notes
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Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish. -
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook 6–8 minutes until no longer pink and lightly browned. Drain excess liquid. Toss with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. -
Make the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl, mix salsa, sour cream, and jalapeños until smooth. -
Assemble
Spread chicken evenly in the baking dish. Pour sauce over the top and spread to cover. -
Bake
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, until hot and bubbling at the edges. -
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top. Return to oven for 5 minutes until melted and gooey. -
Rest & Finish
Let rest 5–10 minutes to thicken. Top with sliced green onions and serve.