• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Everyday Shortcuts
  • Recipes
  • DIY Projects
  • Travel
  • Shop
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • DIY Projects
  • Travel
  • Shop
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • DIY Projects
    • Travel
    • Shop
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Keto & Low Carb

    Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Published: Jul 9, 2019 · Modified: Jun 14, 2023 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Jump to Recipe

    Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    You can’t go wrong with chicken for dinner when following the ketogenic diet but they can get boring after a while. I like to make this low carb broccoli cheese stuffed chicken when I need to change things up a bit. The broccoli and cheese filling is the perfect combination to stuff in chicken as it’s full of flavor and definitely fills you up. 

    You can also add and subtract ingredients you want for the filling for the chicken. This is another great recipe for those busy nights coming in at just 35 minutes of combined prep and cook time. Pair it with some cauliflower rice and dinner is done!

    What do you Serve with Stuffed Chicken?

    There are several side dishes you can pair up with broccoli cheese stuffed chicken but a few of my favorite are a salad, keto coleslaw, and cauliflower rice.

    If you’re looking for some more easy keto friendly dinner ideas, check out loaded cauliflower casserole, keto chicken parmesan, keto philly cheesesteak stuffed peppers, and one pot citrus chicken. 

    Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Yields: 3 large servings

    ingredients for Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Ingredients

    3 large chicken breasts
    1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder, divided
    ½ teaspoon onion powder
    ¼ teaspoon paprika
    ¼ teaspoon himalayan pink sea salt
    ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
    1 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
    ½ cup red pepper, finely chopped
    1 cup colby jack cheese, shredded
    1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    1 tablespoon avocado oil

    How to Make Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

    Add onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder to a small bowl. Stir to combine. Sprinkle onto both sides of chicken.

    Place seasoned chicken on a cutting board. Use a large, flat spatula to press down on the top of the chicken breast and use your other hand to insert a knife into the thickest side of the chicken.

    Cut a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through the other side and stopping before you get to the end of the chicken (creating a pocket, not a flap).

    In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, add broccoli and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Remove plastic wrap and drain any excess water.

    low carb stuffed chickenAdd red bell pepper, cheese, mayo and remaining 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the bowl with the broccoli. Stir to combine.

    how to stuff chickenStuff the chicken by placing the mixture inside the pocket.

    Add the avocado oil to a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. After the pan is heated through, add the chicken breasts – top side down. Allow to cook for 4-5 minutes each side to brown.

    Place pan in the oven to continue cooking the chicken an additional 12-15 minutes or until chicken cooks through and juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes and serve warm.

    how to make Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Recipe

    Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    EverydayShortcuts.com
    4.84 from 6 votes
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Keto & Low Carb
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3 Large Servings
    Calories 458 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 large chicken breasts
    • 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder divided
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon himalayan pink sea salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 cup broccoli florets finely chopped
    • ½ cup red pepper finely chopped
    • 1 cup colby jack cheese shredded
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    • Add onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder to a small bowl. Stir to combine. Sprinkle onto both sides of chicken.
    • Place seasoned chicken on a cutting board. Use a large, flat spatula to press down on the top of the chicken breast and use your other hand to insert a knife into the thickest side of the chicken. Cut a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through the other side and stopping before you get to the end of the chicken (creating a pocket, not a flap).
    • In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, add broccoli and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Remove plastic wrap and drain any excess water.
    • Add red bell pepper, cheese, mayo and remaining 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the bowl with the broccoli. Stir to combine.
    • Add the avocado oil to a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. After the pan is heated through, add the chicken breasts – top side down. Allow to cook for 4-5 minutes each side to brown.
    • Place pan in the oven to continue cooking the chicken an additional 12-15 minutes or until chicken cooks through and juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes and serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 458kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 49gFat: 25gFiber: 2g

    Nutrition Disclosure

    Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

    Tried this recipe?Tag @everydayshortcuts or use #everydayshortcuts on Facebook, TikTok or Instagram to let us know!

    More Keto & Low Carb

    • Keto Cheese Crackers
    • Keto Low Carb Cheesy Breadsticks
    • Easy Ham Egg and Cheese Casserole
    • Keto Sausage Biscuits and Gravy
    FacebookTweetPin

    Alison is a wife and mother of three who embraces the simple life, finding joy in easy recipes, DIY projects, life hacks, and her passion for travel. Learn more about me!

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Debbie Gautreaux

      July 29, 2019 at 9:18 am

      Where are the nutrition facts for all your recipes?

      Reply
    2. Cindy Link

      April 27, 2022 at 12:52 pm

      At what point do you stuff the ckn breasts with the mix?

      Reply
    4.84 from 6 votes (6 ratings without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Primary Sidebar

    Alison McFadden

    Welcome to Everyday Shortcuts, where I share delicious and simple recipes that anyone can cook, practical household tips and clever shortcuts to help simplify your everyday life. 

    More about me →

    Popular

    • 8 Easy Chicken Freezer Meals in One Hour

    • Crock Pot Coca-Cola Baby Back Ribs

    • My 3 Day Egg Fast Experience and Weight Loss

    • Copycat White Castle Sliders

    Holiday Recipes

    • 4th of July Cheesecake

    • Bomb Pop Cookies

    • Snowman Cheese Ball

    • Jingle Juice Recipe

    Footer

    Everyday shortcuts as seen on logos

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Policy
    • About Me

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Press & Media
    • PR Friendly

    Alison McFadden is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

    Copyright © 2025 Everyday Shortcuts. All Rights Reserved

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
    Cookie SettingsAccept All
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.