Chicken Bacon Casserole (Carnivore)

🥓🍗 Chicken Bacon Casserole (Carnivore)

Ingredients (4–6 servings)

• 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts (thighs = juicier)

• 8–12 slices bacon (thick-cut is best)

• 1½ cups heavy cream (optional but common on carnivore)

• 1½–2 cups shredded cheese

  • Cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a mix

• 4 tbsp butter or bacon fat

• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper (optional; omit for strict carnivore)

Optional add-ins (still carnivore):

• 4 oz cream cheese (extra creamy)

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ tsp garlic powder (not strict carnivore)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the bacon

   • Fry bacon until crispy.

   • Remove, cool slightly, then crumble.

   • Reserve 2–3 tbsp bacon grease.

3. Prepare the chicken

   • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

   • Season lightly with salt (and pepper if using).

4. Sear the chicken

   • In the same pan, heat bacon grease + butter.

   • Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side (no need to fully cook).

5. Make it creamy

   • Lower heat.

   • Add heavy cream (and cream cheese if using).

   • Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.

6. Assemble the casserole

   • Transfer chicken and sauce to a greased baking dish.

   • Stir in half the bacon.

   • Top with shredded cheese.

   • Sprinkle remaining bacon on top.

7. Bake

   • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

   • Broil 2–3 minutes if you want extra crisp on top.

8. Rest & serve

   • Let sit 5 minutes before serving.

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🧈 Texture & Flavor Tips

• Too dry? Add more cream or a splash of bone broth.

• Too runny? Bake 5–10 minutes longer or add more cheese.

• Extra rich? Use all thighs + extra butter.

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🧠 Q & A (Carnivore Edition)

❓ Is this 100% carnivore?

Yes if you skip spices and stick to:

• Meat

• Animal fats

• Dairy
  (Some carnivore folks allow salt only—totally your call.)

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❓ Can I make it dairy-free?

Yep.

• Replace cream with extra bacon fat or butter

• Skip cheese

• Add a splash of chicken bone broth
  Result = more savory, less creamy, still 🔥

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❓ What’s the best chicken cut?

• Thighs: Juicy, forgiving, most carnivore-friendly

• Breasts: Leaner but can dry out (add more fat)

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❓ Can I meal prep this?

Absolutely.

• Keeps 4–5 days in the fridge

• Reheats best in oven or skillet (microwave works too)

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❓ Can I freeze it?

Yes.

• Freeze up to 2 months

• Thaw overnight before reheating

• Creamy casseroles may separate slightly but still taste great

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❓ How do I boost fat for keto/carnivore macros?

• Add more butter

• Use heavy cream instead of milk

• Choose fattier cheese

• Use thighs + bacon grease generously

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❓ Approximate macros (per serving, with dairy)

(Will vary by ingredients)

• Calories: ~600–700

• Protein: ~35–45g

• Fat: ~45–55g

• Carbs: ~1–2g (from dairy)