Description
A cozy low-carb chicken casserole featuring shredded chicken, broccoli, turkey bacon, ranch dressing, and melty cheeses, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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 (for filling)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (for filling)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch for 2–3 minutes until bright and just tender. Drain and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, drained broccoli, chopped turkey bacon, and minced garlic. Toss gently.
- Add the mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch dressing. Stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For lower fat, use turkey bacon; for richer flavor, use regular bacon. Substitute cream cheese and milk for ranch dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: low-carb, casserole, chicken, broccoli, cheese