Baked Spicy Keto Chicken and Cheese Casserole

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A rich, spicy casserole layering tender chicken thighs with melted cheese and a creamy sauce, perfect for a low-carb keto dinner. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs olive oil, minced garlic, diced green chilies for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb cubed chicken thighs and 3 cloves minced garlic, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1/4 cup diced green chilies, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat and add 4 oz cream cheese and 1/2 cup heavy cream to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cream cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the chicken mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish, then evenly sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Step 5: Bake uncovered for 15 minutes until the cheese bubbles and edges turn golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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