Description
This creamy low carb chicken casserole combines tender chicken, broccoli, turkey bacon, ranch dressing, garlic, cheddar, and mozzarella in an easy family-friendly keto dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 8 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping
- Nonstick cooking spray or butter, for the baking dish
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or sour cream, optional
- Chopped parsley, sliced green onions, or red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Steam or blanch the broccoli for 3 to 4 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender.
- Drain the broccoli thoroughly and pat away excess moisture.
- Add the chicken, broccoli, turkey bacon, garlic, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup cheddar, and ranch dressing to a large bowl.
- Stir gently until the ranch dressing evenly coats the ingredients.
- Stir in the optional heavy cream or sour cream for extra richness.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until the center is hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to reduce preparation time.
- Drain the broccoli thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole.
- Cauliflower or roasted zucchini can replace the broccoli.
- Freshly shredded cheese usually melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze tightly wrapped portions for up to 2 months and thaw them overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 760
- Fat: 33
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 105