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.