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A golden-brown Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in a baking dish, topped with crispy bacon and fresh chives.

Irresistible Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

A savory and satisfying keto-friendly casserole featuring tender shredded chicken and crispy bacon in a rich, creamy ranch and cheese sauce. This easy-to-make dish is a bubbling, cheesy comfort food classic perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet. Once cooled, crumble the bacon.
  3. Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, dry ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk continuously until the cream cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and uniform.
  4. Turn off the heat. To the skillet, add the shredded chicken, half of the crumbled bacon, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, and the chopped green onions. Stir until the chicken is thoroughly coated in the sauce. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and the 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Finish by scattering the rest of the crumbled bacon over the cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown. For extra browning, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for at least 5-10 minutes. This allows the sauce to set slightly. Garnish with additional fresh green onions before serving.

Notes

For the smoothest sauce, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature. If adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli, squeeze out all excess moisture to prevent a watery sauce. Be cautious when adding salt, as the ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheese already provide significant saltiness. For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the cream cheese mixture.