Description
A quick, low-carb comfort food casserole made with rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy homemade ranch sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 450g)
- 8–10 strips thick-cut bacon (about 200g)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 200g)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (about 100g)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream (120g)
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3–4 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional, for add-in)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Chop bacon into bite-sized pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook bacon for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the grease in the skillet.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, minced garlic, and dry ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Fold in half of the shredded cheese and all of the crispy bacon.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions and extra bacon if desired.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for speed. Shred your own cheese to ensure smooth melting. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to thicken. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but check labels on bacon and ranch seasoning. It does not freeze well due to the dairy content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 30
Keywords: keto, low carb, chicken casserole, bacon ranch, quick dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, gluten-free