Description
A creamy, cheesy chicken casserole loaded with ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and tender cooked chicken. This comforting dish combines rich cream cheese and sour cream for a smooth texture, topped with green onions for a fresh finish. Perfect for a satisfying family meal or potluck dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare Creamy Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning packet, salt, and pepper. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until smooth and well blended to make the creamy base of the casserole.
- Add Chicken, Bacon, and Cheese: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken, cooked bacon bits, and shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture. Stir well until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly. For extra cheesiness, sprinkle some additional shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mixture.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving to add a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and to save time.
- Add broccoli or cauliflower rice if you want to increase the vegetable content and make it a more complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
