One of the most popular posts ever here at Mess for Less is this recipe for Keto Crack Chicken in the Crock Pot. What has made that recipe take off? It is a delicious meal idea that if perfect for keto or low carb diets, but also a recipe that the whole family loves. Since everyone loves the flavor or crack chicken, I decided to try to make a casserole version. This Crack Chicken Casserole is easy to make and SO delicious. You will be making it again and again whether you are on a keto diet or not.
INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR CRACK CHICKEN CASSEROLE
- Chicken
- Bacon
- Shredded Cheddar
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Heavy cream
- Ranch dressing
- Onion
HOW TO MAKE KETO CRACK CHICKEN CASSEROLE
For this recipe, you will need an 8×8 casserole dish.
Before you start to prepare the dish, preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
WHAT KIND OF CHICKEN DO YOU USE FOR THIS RECIPE?
I used chicken breast for this recipe, but boneless chicken thighs would work as well. Simply cook them and cut them into cubes. You will need 2 1/2 cups of chicken. Place the chopped chicken into the bottom of an 8×8 casserole dish.
Cook up your bacon and chop it up.
Sprinkle half of the cooked and chopped bacon on top of the chicken. Then, sprinkle the diced onion on top of the bacon in the pan.
Next, add half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
In a medium bowl, mix eggs, heavy cream, sour cream, and ranch dressing and pour the mixture over the chicken and bacon in the pan.
WHAT KIND OF RANCH DRESSING SHOULD I USE FOR THIS KETO CHICKEN CASSEROLE?
Our favorite is Primal Kitchen Ranch which is made with avocado oil and contains just 2 net carbs per 2 tablespoons. You can also make your own with this recipe Keto Ranch Dressing.
Top with the remainder of the casserole with cheese and bacon. If you like things extra cheesy, feel free to use a little more cheddar.
Bake this keto crack chicken casserole for 35 minutes at 350 degrees. Cover with foil for the last 10 minutes of cooking time.
Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
You can serve this with a salad or some riced cauliflower to keep it keto friendly.
I hope you enjoy this keto chicken casserole and check out our other keto friendly recipes.
HOW LONG CAN YOU REFRIGERATE THIS CHICKEN CASSEROLE?
You can refrigerate the leftovers for 3-4 days.
Crack Chicken Casserole
This Keto Crack Chicken Casserole is addictive! Cheese and bacon combine with chicken in this creamy low carb dish.
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Chicken, cooked cubes
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and chopped
- ¼ cup onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 eggs
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Cook chicken and cut into cubes.
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Place chicken into the bottom of an 8x8 casserole dish.
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Sprinkle half of the cooked and chopped bacon on top of the chicken.
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Sprinkle the diced onion on top of the bacon in the pan.
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Cover with 1/2 cup of shredded cheese
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In a medium bowl, mix eggs, cream, sour cream, and ranch dressing.
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Pour over the chicken and bacon.
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Top with the remainder of cheese and bacon.
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Bake for 35 minutes. Cover with foil for the last 10 minutes of cooking time.
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Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.
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If you liked this low carb chicken casserole you’ll love:
Keto Pizza with Chicken Crust and Pesto
Taylor Kiser says
Easy dinner for the win! This is sure to be on repeat!
Heidy L. McCallum says
I noticed this on a group I was in and thought it looked amazing. Passing it on to my best friend who is doing keto.
Vicky says
Hope she enjoys it!
Lisa says
I’m definitely making this! What is the serving size? Thx!
Justine Howell says
Obsessed with all things crack chicken, this was a winner!
Vicky says
Thank you! Crack chicken for the win!
Irina says
Your step by step recipe of chicken casserole is so easy to follow! I made it last night! It was a real delight!
Vicky says
So glad you like it! Thank you!
Scarlet says
This chicken casserole will be perfect for the next potluck I attend. Thanks so much for the recipe.
Vicky says
I might double the recipe and use a 13×9 pan for a potluck.
Renee | The Good Hearted Woman says
Oh wow! This chicken casserole looks like a whole pan full of comfort!
Vicky says
Even my kids love it!
Stephanie says
Well I cut my thumb with my new sharp knives while dicing up the chicken BUT well worth it for the yumminess!
Alex says
How much is one serving size? I weigh my find and this is definitely something I can see myself over serving!!!
JESSICA says
Are you able to make ahead and freeze?
Lindsay says
This was awesome! I doubled the recipe and used sour cream plus a ranch packet as my ranch dressing (not keto probably but cost effective!). It was excellent over cauliflower rice. Thank you!!
Eileen Hughes says
HI – HOW LONG DID YOU COOK IT IF YOU DOUBLED IT? THANK YOU!