Keto Chicken and Celery Bake

Keto Chicken and Celery Bake is a comforting, low-carb dish that combines tender chicken with crunchy celery in a creamy cheese sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner while keeping your carb intake low.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Celery stalks - 200 grams, chopped
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Shredded cheddar cheese - 100 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 100 ml

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the sautéed celery and chicken broth to the cheese mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
5. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the mixture.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 140 mg
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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