Description
Crack Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender shredded chicken, creamy ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheese into one satisfying dish. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleaser at potlucks, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a delicious meal that will have your family asking for seconds. Customize it with your favorite veggies or cheeses for added flair, and enjoy the delightful leftovers the next day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices crispy bacon, chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn (optional)
- 1 cup diced green onions (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- If desired, fold in corn, half of the cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and green onions.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg