Description
Hearty Crack Chicken Casserole delivers comfort and flavor in one satisfying dish. Ranch seasoning and creamy ingredients make this meal irresistible for family dinners you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 2 cups (226 grams) cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 green onions
- 1 pound (454 grams) pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for even cooking.
- Combine shredded chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a creamy base for the casserole.
- Incorporate cooked pasta, crispy bacon bits, and chopped green onions into the mixture, blending all ingredients thoroughly.
- Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and spread the chicken mixture evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese generously over the top, creating a golden, melty layer.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese turns bubbling and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with additional fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the creamy texture and savory ingredients to shine.
Notes
- Make the dish gluten-free by using alternative pasta like chickpea or zucchini noodles, ensuring everyone can enjoy this creamy comfort food.
- Reduce calories by swapping full-fat cream cheese and sour cream with low-fat or Greek yogurt alternatives without compromising the rich, satisfying flavor.
- Add extra protein by mixing in diced grilled vegetables like bell peppers or spinach, creating a more nutritious and colorful casserole that feels like a complete meal.
- cook chicken and bacon in advance, chop green onions, and store in separate containers for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg