Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

This Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the perfect, low-carb comfort meal. It's cheesy, creamy, full of healthy protein, and is an easy way to feed the whole family with minimal effort.

We guarantee the family will be begging you to make this one again.

For a another future family favorite, make our no bake keto cheesecake for dessert.

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• Why you'll love this recipe
• Key ingredients
• Step by step instructions
• Substitutions
• Storage and make ahead instructions
• More delicious keto meals
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Why you'll love this recipe

• So Simple to Make - It's simple to make and uses ingredients that are easy to procure or are already waiting in your fridge. Plus, it's ready in just 45 minutes.
• Low-Carb Comfort Food - The whole family will love this cheesy, creamy, savory, and filling dish.
• Another Great Way to Feature Chicken - Chicken is the perfect protein source to pair with a high amount of fat. Everything in this dish is perfectly balanced and compliments each other nicely.
• No Extra Equipment Needed - No fancy gadgets are needed for this recipe. Grab a bowl and your favorite casserole dish and let's make a low-carb casserole.

For another dish packed with cheese and cauliflower, give our creamy keto cauliflower mac and cheese a try.

Key ingredients

Chicken Breast Meat - Cook your own, or use a shortcut and use shredded or cubed rotisserie chicken. Leftover chicken works too.

Grass-Fed Butter - Used here to cook the chicken. If you're using pre-cooked chicken, just melt the butter and mix it in.

Heavy Cream - Cream adds moisture and richness to the casserole.

Ranch Seasoning - It wouldn't be chicken bacon ranch without the ranch. You can buy the packets of ranch dressing mix, or you can head to your local warehouse store and buy a big jug of it as I did.

Minced Garlic - Mince fresh or use jarred garlic.

Salt - Well-seasoned meals are always the best ones.

Pepper - For a subtle hint of spice.

Cauliflower - Steamed cauliflower adds bulk to the casserole, whereas a non-Keto recipe might use pasta or rice.

Bacon - Cook your bacon crispy and crumble or chop before adding. If it's not crispy, it will get soggy.

Cheddar Jack Cheese - I love how this type of cheese melts into the veggies and chicken. You can use other types as well. Cheddar or even a pizza or Mexican blend will work.

Red Pepper Flakes - Add this at the end for spice and as a garnish. You can leave it out if you're serving kids, just add it to the grown-up's plates.

Fresh Parsley - This is optional, but adds a bright bit of color and a fresh flavor.

Step by step instructions

Mix the ranch seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper with the cream until well-mixed.

Melt butter in a skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until no longer pink.

Transfer chicken to a large mixing bowl. Add cooked cauliflower, most of the bacon, and part of the cheese.

Add the creamy ranch mixture to the bowl.

Stir ingredients together until well combined.

Transfer the casserole mixture to a baking dish.

Top with remaining cheese and reserved bacon.

Bake as directed, until cheese is melted on top and the casserole is warmed through. Broil if desired to brown cheese. Garnish with crushed red pepper and parsley and serve.

Substitutions

Add Any Veggies You Like - Any other cooked veggies that you enjoy can be added to this casserole in place of some cauliflower. Try mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, or any other keto-friendly vegetables. Just be sure that the vegetables are cooked before you add them in.

Use Any Protein Source You Like - Feel like making this with chopped steak? Go right ahead. Leftover turkey, sausage, or pork would be delicious too.

Storage and make ahead instructions

Refrigerator - You can store this in the fridge for up to 4 days after it's been cooked. The leftovers of this keto casserole are delicious.

Freezer - You can make 2 or 3 of these in an afternoon and store them in the freezer until ready to bake. Make the recipe as directed, but stop before baking. Wrap well and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. I suggest allowing the frozen casserole to thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.

This Recipe Can Be Prepared 24 Hours In Advance - You can make this casserole up to 24 hours before you're ready to bake and serve it. Make the recipe as directed, but stop before baking and wrap with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

At this point, your casserole is ready to be gifted, in case you have a friend or family member in need of a great meal. Otherwise, remove from the fridge and bake for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

More delicious keto meals

Casseroles are amazing because you really can serve them alone. They have enough variety and volume to be a full meal. Here are a few more filling keto meals for the whole family.

Low Carb Meatloaf - A no-fail keto Meatloaf Recipe that’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and comforting any night of the week.

Keto Chicken Fried Steak - If you're on the hunt for a comforting low carb dinner idea, look no further than this recipe. Coated in a crispy Parmesan and pork rind crust and smothered in sausage gravy, you won't believe how filling and delectable this chicken fried steak is.

Low Carb Keto Meatballs - Tender, flavorful, and use minimal ingredients. You are going to love how quickly these keto meatballs pull together.

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole with Steak - This budget friendly low carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole, is a great choice for those busy weeknights and a delicious meal the whole family will love. 

Keto BBQ Chicken Casserole - Delicious fusion of tangy BBQ sauce, creamy cheese, and the crunch of bacon. Made with affordable and simple ingredients your entire family will love.

Keto Taco Casserole - Keto Taco Casserole is a family favorite. Make this meaty, cheesy, low carb taco casserole any time you're in the mood for an easy to make, filling, and delicious meal.

We hope you give them a try!

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