Creamy Chicken, Broccoli & Cauliflower Bake (LCHF)

Name: Creamy Chicken, Broccoli & Cauliflower Bake (LCHF)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts; 3 cup broccoli florets; 4 cup cauliflower florets; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 tbsp bacon fat or lard; 1 chicken stock cube, made up to 1 cup of stock with hot water; 1 cup double/heavy cream; 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 220 C.
2
Place bite sized florets of broccoli and cauliflower into a deep sided baking dish.
3
Add the olive oil and mix the vegetables around to coat them.
4
Dot with butter and season with salt and pepper.
5
Bake veg for 25 minutes, until they get a nice brown colour on top.
6
Meanwhile cut chicken breasts into large bite sized pieces (about 1 inch cubes...they will shrink)
7
Heat a skillet on a medium high heat.
8
Add half the lard and get it hot.
9
Brown the chicken in small batches, then set it aside in a bowl.
10
Season the chicken in the bowl.
11
Add the remaining lard and lower the heat a little before adding the onion (or it might splatter fat when you put it in).
12
Fry the onion for 5-8 minutes until nicely browned.
13
Add the garlic powder to the skillet, along with the chicken, stock and cream.
14
Deglaze the pan by stirring this mixture.
15
Remove the veg carefully from the oven and pour over the chicken mixture.
16
Put back into the oven and bake for a further 25 minutes until all brown and bubbly.
17
Remove from the oven.
18
Allow the food to rest at least 5 minutes before serving.

543

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large chicken breasts, 3 cup broccoli florets, 4 cup cauliflower florets, 2 tbsp butter, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken, Broccoli & Cauliflower Bake (LCHF) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!