Description
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and flavorful ranch dressing. It’s topped with a cheesy blend of mozzarella and cheddar for the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
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For the casserole:
- 4 cups diced or shredded cooked chicken breast
- 8 slices cooked and chopped bacon
- 5 cups broccoli florets OR 1 pound thawed frozen spinach (well-drained)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional:
- 1–3 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the casserole: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, broccoli or spinach, minced garlic, ranch dressing, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
- Add the topping: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrients.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding different herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg