Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole Recipe
This easy low carb chicken casserole is a comforting and nutritious one-dish meal featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, fresh broccoli, and spinach all baked with creamy ranch dressing and melted cheeses. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this casserole is packed with flavor while keeping carbohydrates low.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy
- 4 cups diced or shredded cooked chicken breast
- 8 slices cooked and chopped bacon
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Vegetables
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound thawed frozen spinach, well-drained
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 375°F (191°C). If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out all excess water to avoid a soggy casserole. If using fresh broccoli, boil it for 1–2 minutes until it turns bright green, then drain well.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced or shredded cooked chicken, chopped cooked bacon, broccoli florets, drained spinach, and minced garlic. Add the ranch dressing along with half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the flavors are well distributed. For convenience, you can also mix all ingredients directly in the casserole dish to minimize cleanup.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) casserole dish, spreading it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top of the casserole. This will create a lovely golden, bubbly crust when baked.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted, hot, and bubbly. Keep an eye on the casserole to avoid over-browning.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly to set before serving. Enjoy a delicious, hearty low carb meal!
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain spinach to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- You can add ranch seasoning mix to enhance the flavor if desired.
- Use pre-cooked chicken and bacon to save time.
- Feel free to substitute fresh broccoli with frozen if short on time, just ensure it is well cooked and drained.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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