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Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole – Dairy Free

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Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

I thought I had something really intelligent to say here, but I am distracted by how amazing this recipe is. I wanted to write an educational and cheeky paragraph to make you like me, but have decided to let the recipe speak for itself. And hopefully you like me anyways :) Now let’s get to what you came for, The buffalo chicken bacon ranch casserole that is not only gluten-free, paleo, but also Dairy free.

Dairy Free Paleo Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole has arrived. Life changed!

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How to Bake the Perfect Bacon

Rather than making you run around the internet or my website to prepare for this recipe, I decided to include it all right here. Below you will find the exact recipe I use to cook perfect bacon every time for you to include in your buffalo chicken bacon ranch casserole. The key to this recipe is ALWAYS putting it in a cold oven.

For baking perfect bacon every time, follow these steps and adjust to your liking:

  1. Line a parchment lined baking sheet with bacon
  2. Place the pan into a cold, unheated oven on the middle rack
  3. Set the oven to bake at 400 Degrees F (204° C)
  4. Set the timer for 20 minutes and start checking at 15 minutes. It may take a bit less or more depending on your oven. Once you learn the time, you never need to change it.
  5. Remove the pan from the oven once done and transfer bacon to a plate or towel lined plate if you want to waste grease :(
  6. Crumble or chop the bacon and use it for this delicious buffalo chicken bacon ranch casserole

You can also make all of this bacon in advance just like the chicken below and have this recipe in the oven in under 10 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.

The key to perfect bacon is using your oven and starting with it COLD!

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How to Roast Perfect Chicken Thighs

Hands down, my favorite cut of chicken of all time is the thighs. There is a delicious mix of light and dark meat and the extra fat content gives it an unmistakable flavor. I use chicken thighs whenever possible, including this buffalo chicken bacon ranch casserole. I always cook my thighs the same and here is how I do it.

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 Degrees F (218° C)
  2. Pat your chicken thighs dry and place on a cooling rack skin side down elevated above a baking sheet
  3. Sprinkle with seasoning of your choice. I use salt and pepper and then flip over and season the skin side as well
  4. Bake skin side up until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees (about 50 minutes)
  5. Let cool for 5 minutes. For this recipe, I peel the skin off and eat it all and then shred the chicken to make the buffalo chicken bacon ranch casserole.

You can really use any type of shredded chicken you like. You can make my crockpot buffalo chicken and just add the ranch dressing or buy rotisserie chicken’s if you are in a rush. Either way, you will love this recipe.

Make sure you stock up on this ranch dressing because you are going to become addicted. Plus, I have a few more recipes coming with it that you won’t want to miss. Just to be clear, I will not be making a homemade ranch dressing. This stuff is delicious, convenient, and affordable so I am sticking with it. Now go eat it :)

Buffalo Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

George Bryant (Civilized Caveman)
4.54 from 39 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cauliflower florets
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup franks red hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup primal kitchen ranch dressing plus more for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions plus more for garnish
  • 4 slices bacon cooked crispy and diced
  • 3 cups shredded chicken cooked

Instructions
 

  • Ensure you have your shredded chicken and bacon prepared. Look in the post above for how I make the perfect bacon and chicken.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss cauliflower florets with avocado oil and season with salt and pepper liberally
  • Spread evenly on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake until tender and lightly brown, 20-25 minutes.
  • Reduce your oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
  • In that same mixing bowl, stir together frank's, ranch, coconut milk, green onions, and bacon until combined.
  • Toss shredded chicken and roasted cauliflower in hot sauce and ranch mixture until incorporated.
  • Transfer your casserole to a baking dish and place in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with ranch and garnish with more green onions.
  • Enjoy
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Comments

  1. Leo

    February 1, 2020 at 2:45 pm

    Looks good, can’t wait to try!

    Reply
  2. Sydney

    August 15, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Do you have the calorie information for the recipes listed anywhere?

    Reply
  3. Debbie M.

    July 31, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this for the first time tonight and my husband said “This is the best meal by far – this is what Paleo should taste like all the time!” Mind you, we’ve been Paleo since I was diagnosed with Grave’s Disease in September 2014!

    Reply
  4. irene

    June 30, 2017 at 1:15 am

    looks lovely

    Reply
  5. Mary France

    April 24, 2017 at 8:03 am

    5 stars
    Always sold on anything buffalo chicken but this one is seriously delicious!

    Reply
  6. Carlton L. Barnes

    March 27, 2017 at 2:03 am

    5 stars
    I just learned lots of good staff about cooking. This site of your is really awesome for new and exciting recipes. I’ll always keep my eyes on your site every now on then….

    Reply
  7. Sarah Snell

    March 27, 2017 at 1:43 am

    5 stars
    This is really a great share. I just loved, how you used ingredients. Your writing also amaze me. Thanks for share your thought.

    Reply
  8. Justin Birkholz

    February 14, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    Wow, this sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try it. I like your tips on how to cook bacon and chicken as well. I always love a new excuse to incorporate bacon into my meals.

    Reply
  9. Philip

    December 18, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this before and it was great!! I have a potluck tomorrow and plan on bringing it with the recipe below. My question is, can I mix everything and instead of putting it in oven for 20 mins @ 350, can I put in crockpot before? If so, how long and what setting.. thanks in advance

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 20, 2016 at 6:45 am

      sorry I wasn’t able to get to your comment faster. I haven’t tried to mix it like you said but give it a shot and let me know how it works out

      Reply
  10. Katie

    December 12, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    This came out DELICIOUS!! I made your crockpot Buffalo chicken first then mixed it with the ranch/coconut milk, bacon and cauliflower. I am shocked about the coconut aminos with the Buffalo Chicken. I make that quite often but with just Frank’s. With ghee, coconut aminos and garlic powder it takes it to a whole new level! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 12, 2016 at 5:59 pm

      thank you i’m glad you like it so much!

      Reply
  11. Mary

    December 8, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    What is this hot sauce? I’m in Australia btw ??
    Mary

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 9, 2016 at 10:22 am

      Franks Red hot sauce, very common in the states but you can use whatever brand is available in Australia

      Reply
      • Gail

        March 1, 2017 at 10:50 am

        Franks is available in Australia st Coles and the spud shec

        Reply
  12. Sam

    December 1, 2016 at 4:58 am

    5 stars
    Perfect Bacon indeed! Yummy and will be cooking this again.

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 8, 2016 at 10:37 am

      Yes! This is quickly becoming a favorite in my house.

      Reply
  13. Marian

    November 8, 2016 at 4:54 pm

    Made this for dinner tonight. Absolutely scrumptious!! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  14. The Cave Woman Diva

    November 7, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    4 stars
    Looks similar to the recipe on Mark’s Daily Apple! Which is good – repurpose all you want. I AM making this, too. Minus the jalapenos!

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 9, 2016 at 10:17 am

      They are the same, I did the guest post for this on Marks Daily Apple

      Reply
  15. Sara

    November 7, 2016 at 12:56 pm

    Would this work with broccoli instead of cauliflower? My son can’t stand cauliflower (darn it!) but will eat broccoli.

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 9, 2016 at 10:20 am

      give it a try and let me know how it comes out

      Reply
  16. Aimee

    November 7, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    I can’t do coconut milk…..substitute?? I’m not 100% Paleo but this recipe sounds good! Can I use regular milk or cream?

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      December 9, 2016 at 10:20 am

      Try heavy cream, let me know how it goes

      Reply
  17. Grace

    November 1, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    4 stars
    Yum! I so want to make this!

    Reply
  18. Julie

    November 1, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Sounds amazing. PS: Miss you on Periscope.

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      November 1, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      I am on Facebook Live everyday

      Reply
      • Cheryl Albrecht

        November 7, 2016 at 1:09 pm

        George I am missing you on fb you still doing the live streams?

        Reply
        • George Bryant

          December 9, 2016 at 10:19 am

          I have slowed down on the livestreaming temporarily while we are the middle of launching products. No worries I’ll be back and with some awesome stuff!

          Reply
  19. Trina

    November 1, 2016 at 10:19 am

    cant wait to try it!

    Reply
  20. Katrina

    November 1, 2016 at 10:12 am

    Can’t wait to try this! Been lookin’ for a new recipe to try :)

    Reply
  21. Beth

    November 1, 2016 at 9:17 am

    3 stars
    I know what I’m making for dinner tonight!

    Reply
  22. Amy

    November 1, 2016 at 7:37 am

    Looks super yummy. Really excited about it!

    Reply
  23. Esther Gorden

    November 1, 2016 at 6:52 am

    looks delish!

    Reply
  24. Desiree

    November 1, 2016 at 6:29 am

    5 stars
    Can’t wait to try this! Been thinking about it since your last video!

    Reply
  25. Ana Mari Bernardini

    November 1, 2016 at 5:34 am

    Can’5 wait to make this!

    Reply
  26. Tim Bragan

    November 1, 2016 at 5:01 am

    Love chicken and ranch dressing. Love to cook and going to try this receipe

    Reply
  27. Kristy

    November 1, 2016 at 4:51 am

    Deliciousness shared! Can’t wait to try….

    Reply
  28. Ivy Vee

    November 1, 2016 at 2:53 am

    This sounds delish! I truly enjoy all your recipes. Thank you ?

    Reply
  29. Jessamine

    October 31, 2016 at 10:38 pm

    Looks delicious! I would love to win the ranch for this recipe!

    Reply
  30. Ashley Floate

    October 31, 2016 at 10:00 pm

    My husband would love this.

    Reply
  31. Alexis

    October 31, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    This looks awesome!! Perfect reason to try this Ranch dressing!

    Reply
  32. Melissa G.

    October 31, 2016 at 9:11 pm

    Omg! This looks awesome! Can’t wait to try this recipe; my hubby will for sure love this!

    Reply
  33. Ashley Pozen

    October 31, 2016 at 8:46 pm

    I’ll have to give this a try

    Reply
  34. Angela

    October 31, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    Looks yummy. Need to make this soon.

    Reply
  35. Monica

    October 31, 2016 at 7:53 pm

    5 stars
    Love your recipes, looking forward to making this one and trying the ranch dressing!! I love all things Primal Kitchen?, thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
  36. Ren Fakonas

    October 31, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    This looks delicious!! I can’t wait to try it!!

    Reply
  37. Misty Sherbundy

    October 31, 2016 at 7:17 pm

    Definitely making this soon!

    Reply
  38. Sabrina Slaughter

    October 31, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    5 stars
    So excited to make this! I always feel so bad eating this when it’s store bought because there are tons of ingredients in it that are not good for you! This is a bit of amazingness!!

    Reply
  39. Niccivicci

    October 31, 2016 at 7:02 pm

    4 stars
    Wow can’t wait to make this. First ordering the dressing. Ranch my
    Mouth in watering

    Reply
  40. Mari

    October 31, 2016 at 6:56 pm

    Looks delish! Can’t wait to make it!!

    Reply
  41. Christina

    October 31, 2016 at 6:41 pm

    Can’t wait to make this one!

    Reply
  42. Michelle

    October 31, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    This recipe looks amazing! I seriously can’t wait to try it. ?

    Reply
  43. Ian Michael

    October 31, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    This looks amazing!! If I don’t win a bottle I will absolutely buy one just to try this!

    Reply
  44. Steph

    October 31, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! My family and friends love buffalo anything so this is perfect for a dinner or football meal on sundays!

    Reply
  45. Isabel

    October 31, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    5 stars
    Can’t wait to try this. Love ranch dressing!

    Reply
  46. Isabel

    October 31, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    4 stars
    This recipe looks great!
    Love Ranch dressing!

    Reply
  47. Cindy B

    October 31, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    Mmmm… sounds delicious, thanks for another great recipe.

    Reply
    • Judy

      October 31, 2016 at 6:30 pm

      4 stars
      Sounds like his is a must try for sure, for sure!

      Reply
  48. Jason Lilly

    October 31, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    5 stars
    This looks and sounds delicious. Well done, George!

    Reply
  49. Melissa

    October 31, 2016 at 6:15 pm

    Looks delicious!

    Reply
  50. Christine Trimble

    October 31, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    I cannot wait to try this! I admire all you do for each of us here :)

    Reply
  51. Bob O'Donnell

    October 31, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    4 stars
    Can’t wait to try

    Reply
  52. Marge

    October 31, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    What’s not to like??? Love bacon and chicken together… and then add every kids favorite Ranch dressing. Sounds delicious!

    Reply
  53. Ada winn

    October 31, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    Can’t wait to try this

    Reply
  54. Tracy F.

    October 31, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    4 stars
    This looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it ☺️ So much goodness in one dish!! ?

    Reply
  55. Meng liu

    October 31, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    love it!

    Reply
  56. Lori

    October 31, 2016 at 5:51 pm

    Can’t wait to try this! Making it this week!

    Reply
  57. Anne Mockus

    October 31, 2016 at 5:50 pm

    This contains my son’s favorite foods.. chicken, bacon, buffalo & ranch. I’m making it on Thu!

    Reply
  58. Tara Humphries

    October 31, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    4 stars
    Looks delish! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  59. Celine Williams

    October 31, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    This looks amazing I can’t wait to make this!

    Reply
  60. Celine Williams

    October 31, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    Cannot wait to make this it looks amazing!!

    Reply
  61. Celine Williams

    October 31, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    Everything about this looks amazing!!

    Reply
  62. Danielle A

    October 31, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    5 stars
    The recipe looks amazing & can’t wait to make it just as soon as I win that bottle of ranch!!

    Reply
  63. Carolyn Sponn

    October 31, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    I won’t make this recipe since I am not a cauliflower person but would love to win the ranch dressing.

    Reply
    • George Bryant

      October 31, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      You can totally leave out the cauliflower or add rice :)

      Reply
  64. Paige Wilson

    October 31, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    5 stars
    Another amazing looking recipe. Can’t wait to try it out!

    Reply
  65. Pattie

    October 31, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    Holy smokes this looks delicious!
    Shared and shared

    Reply
  66. Barbara

    October 31, 2016 at 5:22 pm

    4 stars
    This looks fantastic! I can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
  67. Krissy J

    October 31, 2016 at 5:22 pm

    I always love a good hot dish, and my hubby favors spicy food. Can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
  68. Teresa

    October 31, 2016 at 5:19 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds divine! Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  69. Yvonne

    October 31, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    5 stars
    Looks yummy

    Reply
  70. Leah Bookhamer

    October 31, 2016 at 5:16 pm

    4 stars
    Shared video, would love to try the ranch!!

    Reply
  71. SmartShopper

    October 31, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    This looks delicious! I can’t wait to try the ranch dressing.

    Reply
  72. JoeyfromSC

    October 31, 2016 at 5:13 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    Joey J.

    Reply
  73. Caroline

    October 31, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    Can’t wait to try this!!

    Reply
  74. Cundy

    October 31, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    4 stars
    Ohhhh yum!!

    Reply
  75. Lisa Campbell

    October 31, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    Can’t wait to make this – yum?

    Reply
  76. kelly lynn

    October 31, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    5 stars
    Anything that contains bacon is amazing! Especially when George slaves to make it mouthwatering!

    Reply
  77. Cindy K

    October 31, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    This looks sooo. I have some family members that would love this. Can’t wait to make it for them.

    Reply
  78. LeeAnne

    October 31, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    Great recipes. Looking forward to trying them..

    Reply
  79. Candy

    October 31, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    Can’t wait to try the Chicken Bacon Casserole!! ?

    Reply
  80. Scott

    October 31, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    4 stars
    This is an amazing recipe. You continue to outdo yourself! The ranch dressing is sure to be a staple in our house.

    Reply
  81. Sabrina

    October 31, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Recipe looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  82. Erica

    October 31, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Excited to try the recipe and new ranch!

    Shared your video for the giveaway!

    Reply
  83. Alisha

    October 31, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Your buffalo chicken is delicious, and this sounds amazing. Can’t wait to make it for the familia.

    Reply
  84. Jean Metcalf

    October 31, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    4 stars
    Looks so yummy

    Reply
  85. Hannah Hunsaker

    October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    Yum can’t wait to try!!

    Reply
  86. Kendra Myers

    October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    I’m excited to try the new Ranch & this recipe!!

    Reply
  87. Cindy K

    October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    Shared.
    I have some family members that would love this. Can’t wait to make it for them.

    Reply
  88. Raean Banks

    October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    Can’t wait to try this!!

    Reply
  89. Dan schumacher

    October 31, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    4 stars
    Looks good!

    Reply
  90. Angie

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    5 stars
    Definitely making this!!

    Reply
  91. Emmy L

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    This is on the menu for next week!

    Reply
  92. JennieLee Pezel

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    4 stars
    This one looks really good. A must try.

    Reply
  93. Natalie

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    4 stars
    Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  94. Yvonne

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yummy. Looks amazing

    Reply
  95. Shannon Koester

    October 31, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    Entering for the free bottle of ranch!! Your recipes look amazing!!

    Reply
  96. Alison Aster

    October 31, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    ? this looks delish!

    Reply
  97. Christina

    October 31, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    Will try to make it soon?

    Reply
  98. Samantha

    October 31, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    This looks amazing! I need some ranch to make this ASAP

    Reply
  99. Lindsey Lea

    October 31, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Can’t wait to try this out!!

    Reply
  100. Beth Mahoney

    October 31, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  101. Sara

    October 31, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    This looks amazing!

    Reply
  102. Jonathan Morin

    October 31, 2016 at 5:05 pm

    Can’t wait to try!

    Reply

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