Creamy Shredded Chicken with Rotel & Marinara
This easy Creamy Shredded Chicken with Rotel & Marinara combines tender shredded chicken, marinara, and cream cheese for a creamy, comforting dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs cooked shredded chicken (see notes below for link to shredded chicken recipe)
- 8 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 12 oz marinara sauce no-sugar-added for keto
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan cheese optional for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-low, melt cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in Rotel, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add shredded chicken and stir until coated.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Serve warm with parmesan on top, or pair with sides like pasta, rice, or keto biscuits.
Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Use my Easy Instant Pot Chicken Breasts recipe to prep perfectly cooked shredded chicken ahead of time.
- Perfect Pairing: Try with my Keto Cheddar Biscuits for a cheesy, satisfying side.
- Low-Carb Options: Serve with spaghetti squash, zucchini noodles, or mashed cauliflower.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze cooled leftovers up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Reheat on low, adding a splash of broth or cream if needed.