Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole (Printable version)

Juicy chicken layered with marinara and melted mozzarella-Parmesan topping. Easy 45-minute keto comfort food.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Sauce

02 - 1 ½ cups sugar-free marinara sauce

→ Cheeses

03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ¼ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

10 - ¼ cup pork rinds, crushed
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a medium casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
03 - Spread the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish, pressing lightly to create a uniform layer.
04 - Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken layer. Use a spoon or spatula to spread gently, covering the entire surface.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the sauce layer.
06 - Scatter crushed pork rinds over the cheese layer for added texture and crunch.
07 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the cheese has developed a golden-brown color.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to set. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The creamy interior and crispy golden topping deliver all the satisfaction of breaded chicken without the carbs
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes of active prep work
  • This reheats beautifully for lunch the next day, if there's any left
02 -
  • The casserole needs at least five minutes of resting time or it will be too loose to serve cleanly
  • Pork rinds can be omitted, but youll miss that delightful crispy texture that makes this feel indulgent
  • Different brands of sugar-free marinara vary wildly in taste, so use one you already enjoy
03 -
  • Let the cream cheese soften completely at room temperature for easier mixing
  • Crush the pork rinds right before adding them so they stay crunchy

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