Ingredients
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- 2 cooked and diced chicken breasts
- 6 cooked and crumbled bacon strips
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, and cubed potatoes.
- Add the ranch dressing and mix well to coat evenly.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Grease a baking dish and pour the mixture into it, spreading evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Cut potatoes into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Do not overcook chicken initially; it will cook further in the casserole.
- Adjust ranch dressing to personal preference for creaminess.
- For a crisp topping, broil briefly at the end of baking.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or corn for added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg