Creamy Low Carb Chicken Casserole with Broccoli and Bacon
A comforting, low carb casserole featuring tender chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and a creamy ranch-cheese sauce, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5 cups broccoli florets Steam or blanch until just tender.
- 8 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped Keeps the casserole halal-friendly.
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced Use roasted leftovers, poached breasts, or rotisserie chicken.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the casserole.
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella For the creamy base.
- ½ cup shredded cheddar For the creamy base.
- 1 cup ranch dressing Shortcut for a creamy, herby base.
- ½ cup shredded cheddar (for topping) Sprinkle on top before baking.
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for topping) Sprinkle on top before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Steam or blanch broccoli until just tender, then drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix chicken, broccoli, turkey bacon, garlic, mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch dressing.
- Spread mixture evenly in baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top with additional cheddar and mozzarella.
Baking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a quicker option, use pre-shredded rotisserie chicken and frozen broccoli. You can make it stovetop-first by sautéing the mixture in a skillet before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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