Description
Easy Low Carb Chicken Casserole: A Delicious and Healthy One-Dish Meal
Ingredients
- 4 cup diced or shredded cooked chicken breast
- 8 slices cooked and chopped bacon
- 5 cup broccoli florets
- 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
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1–3 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: To 375°F.
2. Prepare Vegetables: If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out excess water. If using fresh broccoli, boil for 1-2 minutes until bright green, then drain.
3. Combine Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together chicken, bacon, prepared vegetables, minced garlic, ranch dressing, mozzarella, and cheddar (reserving half of the mozzarella & cheddar for topping). Add ranch seasoning mix if desired.
4. Transfer to Dish: Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
5. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top.
6. Bake: Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the top is hot and bubbly.
7. Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
This casserole is customizable with alternative vegetables or proteins. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg