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Low Carb Crack Chicken Bacon Casserole - Creamy, Cheesy, and Weeknight Easy

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 4 cups cooked, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • Cream cheese: 8 ounces, softened
  • Sour cream: 1/2 cup
  • Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (or unsweetened almond milk for lighter)
  • Cheddar cheese: 2 cups shredded, divided
  • Monterey Jack or mozzarella: 1 cup shredded, divided
  • Cooked bacon: 8 slices, chopped (reserve some for topping)
  • Ranch seasoning: 2 tablespoons (store-bought packet or homemade)
  • Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Onion powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika: 1/2 teaspoon (optional for warmth)
  • Green onions: 1/4 cup sliced (plus extra for garnish)
  • Broccoli florets or cauliflower rice: 2 cups lightly steamed (optional, keeps it low carb and adds bulk)
  • Salt and black pepper: to taste
  • Butter or avocado oil: for greasing the baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
  2. Soften the cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sour cream and heavy cream until smooth. A hand mixer helps prevent lumps.
  3. Season the sauce: Stir in ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Add the mix-ins: Fold in shredded chicken, half the bacon, green onions, and optional broccoli or cauliflower rice.
  5. Cheese it up: Mix in 1 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup Monterey Jack or mozzarella. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble the casserole: Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack.
  7. Bake: Place on the middle rack and bake 18–22 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the cheese is melted.
  8. Finish with bacon: Sprinkle the remaining bacon over the top and bake 3–5 more minutes to crisp.
  9. Rest and garnish: Let rest 5 minutes to set. Garnish with extra green onions. Serve warm.