Description

This Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole combines tender rotisserie chicken with a flavorful low-carb marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and a blend of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Topped with crunchy parmesan crisps for an added texture, this baked casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for those following a ketogenic diet or anyone looking for a delicious, low-carb meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Mixture

4 cups cubed rotisserie chicken (or chicken breast, cooked and cubed)
3/4 cup no added sugar marinara sauce
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp almond flour

Cheese and Topping

3/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup finely crushed parmesan crisps (or pork rinds)

Other

Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, to infuse the oil with flavor.
Combine Ingredients: Add the Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, almond flour, and cubed chicken to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients and let cook for 5 minutes to blend flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
Prepare Casserole Dish: Spray a 9” x 13” casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the chicken and marinara mixture into the dish, spreading evenly.
Add Cheese Layers: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the chicken mixture, followed by an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese. Then, top with the finely crushed parmesan crisps or pork rinds for a crunchy finish.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle and prevent burns from very hot cheese.

Notes

Using rotisserie chicken saves cooking time and adds extra flavor.
Substitute the parmesan crisps with pork rinds for a similar crunchy topping.
Almond flour helps thicken the sauce and keeps the dish keto-friendly.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
For extra spice, add crushed red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture while cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Keto chicken parmesan casserole, low carb chicken casserole, keto dinner recipes, chicken parmesan bake, ketogenic casserole