Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Name: Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked, shredded; 8 bacon strips, cooked, crumbled; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 2 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A creamy, cheesy baked casserole loaded with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning - all the flavors of a loaded chicken dish without a single carb-heavy filler.

50 minEasyServes 4470 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked, shredded
8 bacon strips, cooked, crumbled
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2

In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
3

Fold in the 1.5 lbs cooked, shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts, half of the bacon strips, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
4

Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and remaining bacon strips.
5

Bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 25-30 minutes.
6

Garnish with 4 thinly sliced green onions and serve hot.

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Questions

How long does Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole take?

As written, 50 minutes: 20 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (30 minutes): "Bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 25-30 minutes."

What oven temperature does Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole need?

For Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 30 minutes, in step 5. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole uses 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked, shredded.

How many calories are in Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 470 calories, with 67 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 303 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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