Cheesy Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Broccoli

Baked chicken bacon ranch casserole in a skillet

4.74 from 87 votes

Cheesy Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Broccoli

This easy chicken casserole is easy to throw together and so delicious! It is low carb and keto-friendly made without condensed soup or mayo and with cream cheese.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time3 hrs 55 mins

Total Time4 hrs 5 mins

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Bacon Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 351kcal

Author: Kasey Trenum

Ingredients

2 cups shredded chicken breast (3 small chicken breasts)
2 tablespoon of butter
1 tbsp pack ranch seasoning mix
OR homemade ranch mix (make your own instead)
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cup fresh broccoli (or a 10.8oz steam bag)
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup crumbled bacon
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

For the Topping

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup crumbled bacon

Instructions

Prepare your chicken first by either cooking it in a slow cooker on high for 3 hrs or low for 6 hours with a little chicken broth and salt/pepper. Remove from slow cooker and shred. (If using a rotisserie chicken, shred that.)
Preheat the oven to 350° F.
In an oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter.
Next, add ranch seasoning, cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, 1/4 cup crumbled bacon, and 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
Use a whisk to combine ingredients and cook on low for 5 minutes.
If using a steam bag of broccoli follow directions on the bag to steam. Otherwise, steam fresh broccoli in the microwave until it reaches desired tenderness while the ranch mixture is simmering.
Add shredded chicken and steamed broccoli to ranch mixture and stir to combine.
Sprinkle 2 cups cheese and 1/2 cup crumbled bacon on top.
Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted then move to the top rack.
Broil for 1-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and bacon is browned.

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Notes

How To Make Ahead of Time

To make this ahead of time, assemble in a casserole dish (or skillet) as stated in directions above. Then, before you bake, cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate. When ready, bake the casserole at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes. (Must bake within 1-2 days.)

How To Freeze Your Casserole

Prepare the casserole as stated in the directions below. Before baking, transfer everything to a freezer-safe dish and cover with plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge and bake the next day. Baking time may be a little longer since the casserole may be colder or slightly frozen.

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