Savory Low Carb Chicken Casserole for Effortless Dinners
A comforting low carb chicken casserole with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and broccoli—perfect for quick, healthy dinners.
Equipment
- - Baking dish
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 2 cups Broccoli florets Frozen is fine—just thaw and drain excess water.
- 6 slices Cooked bacon Chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2 cups Cooked chicken Shredded; opt for leftover or rotisserie chicken.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced for best results.
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella Fresh mozzarella can be used for a gourmet touch.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar Choose your favorite brand.
- 1 cup Ranch dressing Hidden Valley is a great option.
- 1 tbsp Optional ranch seasoning Mix according to taste.
Instructions
How to Make Low Carb Chicken Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
- Prepare vegetables: Thaw and drain frozen broccoli or blanch fresh broccoli for 1-2 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, blend shredded chicken, chopped bacon, broccoli, minced garlic, ranch dressing, mozzarella, and cheddar.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Slide casserole into the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives.