Description
A cheesy, creamy, and protein-packed low carb chicken casserole with bacon and broccoli or spinach. Perfect for healthy family dinners, meal prep, or easy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 4 cups diced or shredded cooked chicken breast
- 8 slices cooked and chopped bacon
- 5 cups broccoli florets OR 1 pound thawed frozen spinach (well-drained)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (topping)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (topping)
- Optional: 1–3 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C). If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze well. If using broccoli, blanch for 1–2 minutes until bright green, then drain.
2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, bacon, vegetables, garlic, ranch dressing, mozzarella, and half the cheddar. Mix well. Add optional ranch seasoning if desired.
3. Spread mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) casserole dish.
4. Top with remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use cooked chicken, such as leftover rotisserie, to save time.
Drain spinach well to prevent excess liquid.
Freshly shred cheese for best flavor and melt.
This casserole can be made ahead or frozen for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg