Low-Carb Chicken Casserole
A hearty low-carb baked chicken casserole made with tender chicken, bacon, prepared vegetables, ranch dressing, garlic, and a melted blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup ranch dressing such as classic Hidden Valley-style ranch
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast either shredded or cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3 garlic cloves very finely minced
- 8 cooked bacon slices chopped into pieces about 1/2 inch wide
- 5 cups broccoli florets or 1 pound frozen spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded, for the casserole mixture
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, for the casserole mixture
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, for finishing the top
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded, for the upper cheese layer
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F / 191°C.
- Prepare the vegetable component. For frozen spinach, thaw it completely and press out as much moisture as possible. For fresh broccoli, boil the florets for 1 to 2 minutes, just until they turn vivid green, then drain them well.
- In a large mixing bowl, place the cooked chicken, chopped bacon, prepared vegetables, minced garlic, ranch dressing, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar. Stir until the ingredients are evenly coated and fully combined.
- Add optional ranch seasoning at this stage, if using.
- For a simpler cleanup, the same mixture may be combined directly in the casserole dish instead of using a separate bowl.
- Spread the combined mixture into a 9×13 inch / 23×33 cm casserole dish, arranging it in an even layer.
- Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup cheddar evenly over the surface.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the casserole is thoroughly heated and the cheese on top is melted and bubbling.
- Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Frozen spinach must be well drained to prevent excess liquid in the casserole.
Fresh broccoli should be briefly boiled only until bright green, then drained before mixing with the other ingredients.