Keto Cheesy Green Bean Chicken Casserole
Oh, so you thought you couldn’t have cheesy, creamy, green bean casserole on a vegan keto plan? Please. This dish said, “Hold my almond milk.” It’s plant-based, dairy-free, and packed with so much flavor your carnivore friends might question everything. We’re talking ooey-gooey cheese without the cow, green beans with attitude, and “chicken” that didn’t cluck. You’ll bake it once, and suddenly your Tupperware disappears—coincidence? I think not. So preheat that oven, grab your whisk, and prepare to shock everyone at the table. Because this casserole doesn’t just show up, it steals the damn spotlight.
Keto Cheesy Green Bean Chicken Casserole
A rich, creamy, totally dairy-free keto casserole loaded with vegan “chicken,” green beans, and glorious, melty plant-based cheese. No regrets included.
Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans trimmed and fabulous
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped vegan “chicken” store-bought or homemade, no judgment
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced like your feelings
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder because cornstarch is so last season
- ½ cup vegan shredded cheddar cheese the meltier, the better
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup crispy fried onions optional but highly encouraged
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), and try not to judge how dirty it is.
- Steam or blanch green beans for 3 minutes. Shock in cold water like a boss.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic for 3–4 minutes until fragrant enough to make neighbors jealous.
- Add vegan chicken and cook until golden and confident, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk almond milk, arrowroot, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pretend you’re in a cooking montage.
- Pour the mix into the skillet. Stir until thick and creamy. Cue the satisfaction sigh.
- Add green beans and cheese to the pan. Mix until everybody’s getting along.
- Transfer to a baking dish, smooth the top, and add crispy onions.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden, bubbling, and irresistible.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes unless you like burning your mouth for flavor justice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 240
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 22%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 12%
- Potassium: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add a dash of lemon juice if it needs brightness—like your dating life.
- Toss in chopped mushrooms for an earthy twist.
- Use coconut milk instead of almond for extra creaminess (or drama).
- Reheat in the oven to keep that crispy top living its best life.
- Serve with a side salad or sass. Your call.
