Description
Enjoy cozy, delicious, and nourishing low carb meals that are perfect for family dinners. Roasted vegetables, tender chicken, melted cheese, and creamy sauces create comforting flavors without heavy carbs. These meals are easy, adaptable, and full of love, making them perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Wash and chop vegetables. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Roast vegetables on a baking tray for 20–25 min, turning halfway through.
- Sauté diced chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and thyme until golden.
- Combine roasted vegetables, chicken, shredded cheddar, and cream in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 min or simmer on stovetop for 5–10 min.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Roast vegetables for deeper flavor.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella or feta for variety.
- Store leftovers up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Make ahead: Prep veggies and chicken, assemble and bake later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg