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Tuscan Chicken Broccoli Bake (Low-Carb)
Melissa Andrew

Tuscan Chicken Broccoli Bake (Low-Carb)

Tuscan Chicken Broccoli Bake (Low-Carb)
Prep Time 15 minutes
Bake Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs 680 g chicken breast (cut into bite-sized cubes)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh, chopped small
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • cup basil pesto
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes whole or halved
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup fresh mozzarella pieces optional
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with a little olive oil
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, and pesto until smooth and creamy
  3. Set this mixture aside to allow flavors to blend
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
  5. Add broccoli florets and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still firm
  6. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove and set aside
  7. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and increase heat slightly
  8. Add cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper
  9. Cook for 5–6 minutes until golden on the outside and fully cooked inside
  10. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly
  11. Add cooked chicken and broccoli into the bowl with the creamy mixture
  12. Add cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella cheese
  13. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly coated
  14. Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish
  15. Spread evenly with a spatula
  16. Top with fresh mozzarella pieces (if using)
  17. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly across the top
  18. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes
  19. Bake until the top is golden, bubbly, and slightly crisp
  20. Remove from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes
  21. Garnish with fresh basil and chili flakes before serving
  22. Slice and serve warm

Notes

  • Protein: 36 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Fat: 23 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg