Lower-Calorie Creamy Chicken Casserole

Lower-Calorie Creamy Chicken Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    24

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic creamy chicken casserole, reimagined with lighter ingredients. This guilt-free version delivers all the satisfaction without compromising on taste, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    64 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    34 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    902 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat an 8-inch baking dish with avocado oil cooking spray. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, gently combine the cubed chicken, thawed mixed vegetables, reduced-fat cream of chicken soup, and low-fat Greek yogurt. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded fat-free Cheddar cheese over the top, followed by the crushed buttery round crackers. Lightly spritz the cracker topping with avocado oil cooking spray. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. (30 minutes)

05

Step

For a golden-brown, crispy topping, lightly spritz again with avocado oil then broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider using bone broth instead of water when preparing the cream of chicken soup.
Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder, to enhance the flavor profile.
If you don't have buttery round crackers on hand, you can substitute with other types of crackers or even breadcrumbs.
To prevent the cracker topping from burning under the broiler, keep a close eye on it and move the dish further away from the heat source if needed.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Garland Runolfsson

    I was skeptical about using fat-free cheese, but it actually works really well in this casserole. The crackers add a nice buttery flavor that makes up for it.

  • Eloise Mueller

    I've tried other low-calorie casserole recipes, but this one is by far the best. It doesn't taste like you're sacrificing anything.

  • Lillie Lowe

    I made this for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone asked for the recipe.

  • Savion Ferry

    I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. It's perfect for a busy weeknight.

  • Abraham Mayer

    I added a little bit of hot sauce to the chicken mixture for a kick. It was delicious!

  • Ray Krajcik

    Easy to adjust, I added some mushrooms and used whole wheat crackers for a bit more fiber!

  • Merle Douglas

    This recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and tastes amazing. My family loves it, and I don't feel guilty about serving them a healthy meal.

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