Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat Recipe

This lightened-up Creamy Chicken Casserole is packed with flavor but low in calories and fat! Tender chicken and veggies are bathed in a creamy, dreamy sauce, then baked to bubbly perfection. A healthy and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 426.4 kcal
Protein 23g
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Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat 43

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How to Make Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 tablespoons of flour and 1/4 cup of nonfat powdered milk.
  3. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of skim milk until smooth.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram, and 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme. Set aside.
  6. In a large non-stick skillet over low heat, sauté 2 stalks of finely chopped celery and 1 cup of sliced mushrooms in 1 tablespoon of low-sodium chicken broth until tender (about 5 minutes).
  7. Stir in 1 cup of cooked brown rice, 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth, 2 cups of shredded chicken breast, and the thickened sauce.
  8. Pour the mixture into a lightly greased shallow casserole dish.
  9. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  10. Bake, covered, for 35 minutes.
  11. Remove the lid and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

2g

Carbs

30g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat?

Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat?

Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat has approximately 426.4 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat?

The key ingredients for Creamy Chicken Casserole Low Cal Low Fat are All Purpose Flour, Non Fat Powdered Milk, Skim Milk, Salt, Pepper, Dried Leaf Marjoram. See the full list with measurements above.

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