Name: Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole (Low Carb, Primal, GAPS)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded green cabbage; salt & pepper; 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced); 3 large eggs; 1 cup cottage cheese; 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated); 1/2 cup sour cream; 4 garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, divided (chopped); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

This Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole is an easy and healthy one-pan meal on a busy weeknight or a delicious side dish for a group. It’s low carb, primal and GAPS friendly.

Layered cabbage and chicken smothered with an egg, cheese and garlic mixture allows all the flavors to infuse together for an easy weeknight meal. This casserole is great for a one-pan meal for four or as a side dish for up to 9 people.

Cooking Cabbage for Low Carb Option

Cabbage is a great low-carb staple. It’s versatile, delicious and easy on the wallet. The most important thing to remember about cabbage is that it will release lots of juice during the cooking process. That’s why this casserole dish is best cooked uncovered to allow that extra liquid to evaporate.

After it’s thoroughly and completely cooked, there will be a bit of liquid on the bottom of the dish but it won’t be excessive.

Using Leftover Cooked Chicken

The beauty of this recipe is that you can use roast chicken meat or rotisserie chicken or whatever other cooked chicken you have on hand. This low carb casserole is perfect to save turkey meat from its demise after the holidays as well. Because the flavor is in the egg and cheese mixture, it really doesn’t matter the source of the meat. You can even use store-bought grilled chicken and dice it up.

Related: Have more cooked chicken or turkey you need to use up? Check out this Instant Pot Tuscan Kale, Squash and Chicken Stew (Paleo, Low Carb, Whole30)

Helpful Tips for this Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole

Use whatever cooked chicken you have on hand. Leftover rotisserie chicken, roast chicken, grilled chicken, etc..
This cabbage casserole serves 4 people comfortable as main course but can also make a great side dish.
The addition of cottage cheese makes this more filling (protein!), delicious and nutritious. I prefer the large curds but use what you have available to you.
Because cabbage releases natural juices, keep the casserole uncovered to allow the liquid to evaporate during cooking.
This cabbage and chicken casserole can be stored in the refrigerator covered for up to 4 days. Reheat in a covered cast iron skillet on medium high heat for 4 minutes.

Helpful Items for this Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole

>Mandolin Slicer – for slicing your cabbage or simply use a sharp chef’s knife.
>Mixing Bowls – I’ve been using this glass set for years and love it.
>Square Casserole – this one comes with a lid and is handy for after cooking.
>Covered Cast Iron Skillet – great at re-heating this casserole for next day’s lunch.

Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole (Low Carb, Primal, GAPS)

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Resting time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 495 kcal

Author: Anya | Prepare & Nourish

An easy and healthy one-pan meal on a busy weeknight or a delicious side dish for a group. Chicken & Cabbage smothered in cheesy garlic flavors for a nourishing meal.

Ingredients

4 cups shredded green cabbage
salt & pepper
2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
3 large eggs
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese grated
1/2 cup sour cream
4 garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, divided chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a square casserole dish, place shredded cabbage. Lightly season with salt and pepper and spread evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Spread the shredded or diced chicken across the cabbage.
In a medium bowl, combine eggs, sour cream, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, and most of the parsley (save some for garnish). Whisk to blend well.
Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the cabbage and chicken, spreading evenly across the pan.
Top with parmesan cheese and extra parsley. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes or until cooked through.
Remove from oven and allow the juices to settle. Serve hot.

Recipe Notes

This recipe serves 4 as main course or up to 9 as a side dish.

| Nutritional Information Disclaimer |

Nutrition Facts

Keto Chicken Cabbage Casserole (Low Carb, Primal, GAPS)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 495 Calories from Fat 297

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 33g 51%

Saturated Fat 15g 75%

Cholesterol 237mg 79%

Sodium 701mg 29%

Potassium 469mg 13%

Total Carbohydrates 8g 3%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 4g

Protein 40g 80%

Vitamin A 22.1%

Vitamin C 35.7%

Calcium 49%

Iron 12.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

If you liked the recipe above, please consider rating the recipe and leaving a comment below. Also, be sure to follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.