Low Carb King Ranch Casserole Freezer Meal | Large Family Casseroles
Craving a cheesy, satisfying meal without all the extra carbs? Prepare this Low Carb King Ranch Casserole with fresh ingredients for a creamy, family-friendly casserole dish.
Ingredients
- 10 cups cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 16 ounce package mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large onion diced
- 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- ⅓ cup taco seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
- 2 green bell peppers seeded and diced
- 5 cups shredded colby-jack cheese divided
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 350 degrees. Prepare two 9x13 casserole dishes with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet or dutch oven over medium heat, add the olive oil and add the mushrooms and onions. Cook until the onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock and cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is completely melted.
- To the skillet, add the tomatoes, taco seasoning, and bell peppers. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together 2 cups of cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, and xanthan gum.
- Add the contents of the skillet to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Divide between the two casserole dishes and top each with the remaining cheese.
- To bake, place the casseroles in the oven for 30 minutes.
- Top with fresh cilantro and serve.