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Buffalo Chicken Casserole

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
  • ¾ cup buffalo sauce sugar-free if keto
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped green onions parsley, or crumbled blue cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish
  • 1 Spatula or wooden spoon
  • 1 Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
  1. If not already cooked, boil or bake the chicken until fully cooked. Let it cool slightly, then shred using two forks. Place shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: Make the Buffalo Cream Sauce
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add butter, cream cheese, and heavy cream. Whisk continuously until smooth and creamy. Stir in buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Combine Ingredients
  1. Pour the buffalo cream sauce over the shredded chicken. Mix until all pieces are evenly coated.
Step 5: Assemble the Casserole
  1. Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly using a spatula. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Step 6: Bake
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Step 7: Rest and Garnish
  1. Remove from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with green onions, parsley, or blue cheese if desired.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories 

  • Calories: 540 kcal
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Fat: 42 g
  • Total Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Net Carbs: 5 g