Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a creamy, savory dish bursting with flavor, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your tastes. Everyone will love this one-dish wonder!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups cooked rice or pasta
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until fully cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from heat and shred.
- 3. Cook bacon until crispy; let cool and crumble into pieces.
- 4. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked rice or pasta, shredded cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, black pepper, and crumbled bacon until well combined.
- 5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Layer the shredded chicken on top and sprinkle with extra cheese.
- 6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers. - You can swap chicken for turkey or use tofu for a vegetarian option. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.