Description
Delightful crack chicken casserole delivers comfort and zest for dinner tables everywhere. Rich cheese, tender chicken, and crispy bacon create a crowd-pleasing meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup pasta, cooked (for added heartiness)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13-inch dish with non-stick spray and heat the oven to 350F (175C).
- Create a creamy base by whisking together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Integrate shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and crispy crumbled bacon into the creamy mixture, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the consolidated mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it uniformly across the surface.
- Enhance the casserole’s flavor profile by sprinkling an optional layer of additional cheese and bacon crumbles on top.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden and the contents become effervescent.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 2-3 minutes to stabilize its consistency.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions to add a vibrant, crisp finish.
- Serve immediately while the casserole remains warm and the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Customize the ranch seasoning by mixing your own blend for a more personalized flavor profile.
- Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra moisture to the casserole.
- Make it low-carb by substituting regular bacon with turkey bacon and using full-fat dairy products.
- Prep the dish ahead of time and refrigerate overnight for a convenient make-ahead meal that intensifies the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 413 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg