Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe
A comforting, easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed or shredded
- 8 slices Beef Bacon, cooked and chopped For that crunchy, smoky flavor.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
- 5 cups Broccoli, cut into florets Or 1 lb frozen spinach, thawed and drained well.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (191 degrees C).
- If using frozen spinach, thaw it and squeeze to remove excess water. If using broccoli, bring a pot of water to a boil and simmer the florets for 1-2 minutes until they are bright green.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, drained spinach or broccoli, minced garlic, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded cheeses. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- For an extra kick of ranch flavor, consider adding 1-3 teaspoons of ranch seasoning mix along with the dressing.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) glass or stoneware casserole dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly on top.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until it is hot and bubbly.
Notes
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to help it set.
- For serving ideas, pair with a side salad or top with sliced green onions or fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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