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Keto Crack Chicken Casserole - Creamy, Cheesy, and Comforting

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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 chicken (rotisserie or poached)
  • Bacon: 8 slices, cooked and crumbled
  • Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened
  • Sour Cream: 1/2 cup
  • Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup
  • Cheddar Cheese: 2 cups shredded, divided
  • Green Onions: 1/3 cup, sliced
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
  • Ranch Seasoning (Homemade):
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried chives (optional)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (if not using fresh garlic)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2–3/4 tsp fine sea salt, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional Add-Ins: 1 cup steamed broccoli florets or 1 small head cauliflower, lightly roasted
  • For Topping: Extra bacon crumbles, green onions, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes
  • For the Pan: Olive oil or butter for greasing

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook your bacon: Pan-fry until crisp, drain on paper towels, and crumble. Reserve a tablespoon of bacon fat for flavor if you like.
  3. Soften the cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. If it’s too firm, microwave it for 15–20 seconds.
  4. Make the creamy base: Add sour cream, heavy cream, ranch seasoning, garlic, and half of the green onions. Mix until silky and well combined.
  5. Add the cheese: Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar, reserving 1/2 cup for the top.
  6. Fold in the chicken: Add the shredded chicken and two-thirds of the bacon. If using broccoli or cauliflower, fold it in now. Stir until coated.
  7. Assemble: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and the rest of the bacon.
  8. Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbling. For extra color, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  9. Finish and serve: Let it rest for 5–10 minutes to set. Sprinkle with remaining green onions and red pepper flakes if you want a little kick. Serve warm.