Keto Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

A Keto casserole is a great way to meal prep, but it’s also the age-old classic way of feeding a large group on a dime. This Keto take on a chicken pot pie casserole can be easily portioned into meal prep containers but is delicious enough for the whole family. There’s no pie crust in this recipe. In lieu of a crust, there is a crunchy pork rind breadcrumb layer baked on top of the casserole. While most pot pies have a mix of vegetables, such as carrots, corn, or peas, this Keto version just uses chopped green beans. Green beans are low enough in carbohydrates that each serving can have an appropriate amount of nutrients without adding too many carb macros. Scoop your Keto chicken pot pie casserole onto your dinner plate with your favorite Keto side. If you’re not sure what to serve on the side, head over to the Carb Manager Chicken Pot Pie Casserole w Buttery Rice recipe, which has a side dish included.

What Is Saffron?

Saffron isn’t the most standard kitchen cupboard staple, but you can find it in just about any grocery store with a large spice section. If your local grocery chain doesn’t carry saffron, look for it in Asian or Indian markets. You can also purchase saffron online. Saffron is harvested from a flower and is the little red threads found in the center of the petals. It has a very mild flavor and is mostly used for adding a warm yellow or orange color to dishes. Saffron is considered to be one of the most expensive spices in the world because it is picked by hand and is sold in small amounts by weight. If purchasing saffron just isn’t in the cards for you, you can substitute with a pinch of ground turmeric.

Can I Use Fresh Green Beans?

This Keto recipe calls for thawed green beans from frozen because it cuts down on cooking time. Since green beans from the freezer are softer after they’ve thawed, they can quickly be mixed into your casserole without having to be par-cooked ahead of time. If you mixed raw green beans into the casserole, they would still be too firm at the end of baking. However, if you only have fresh green beans on hand, you can prepare them in advance of this recipe. Simply boil or steam your green beans for just 3-4 minutes before chopping them into pieces. You can salt your green beans before mixing them into the casserole, at your discretion.

Jessica L.