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Close up shot of shredded chicken heavily coated in a bright orange glossy buffalo sauce under a thick bubbly layer of melted cheeses.
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Irresistible Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake

This low carb Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake features tender shredded chicken heavily coated in a glossy hot sauce, topped with bubbling cheddar, mozzarella, and a cool ranch drizzle.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (900g)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480ml) for poaching
  • 3/4 cup Frank's RedHot sauce (180ml)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (60g) melted
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (3g)
  • 1 tsp onion powder (3g)
  • 1.5 cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese (170g) freshly grated
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese (170g) freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk ranch dressing (60ml)
  • 1/4 cup green onions (25g) freshly chopped
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper (2g)

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) white ceramic rectangular casserole dish Essential for even baking and proper broiling.
  • 1 Stand Mixer Used with a paddle attachment for quickly shredding hot chicken.

Method
 

Cooking and Assembling
  1. Place chicken breasts and chicken broth in a large pot. Simmer over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Remove the hot chicken and transfer to a stand mixer. Shred using the paddle attachment until finely pulled.
  3. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk in the hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until you have a glossy orange emulsion.
  4. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the shredded chicken and toss aggressively until heavily coated.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the saucy chicken evenly into a 9x13 inch white ceramic rectangular casserole dish. Top evenly with the freshly grated mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until bubbling. Switch the oven to the High Broil setting for 2-3 minutes to blister the cheese and create golden brown toasted spots.
  7. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes. Pipe the ranch dressing in a white zigzag pattern over the melted cheese. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcalProtein: 42gFat: 31g

Notes

Always grate your cheese from blocks to prevent grainy textures.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing to ensure the sauce thickens.
Keyword Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake,keto casserole,low carb buffalo chicken

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