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Golden baked cheesy chicken casserole topped with melted cheese and herbs served in a white dish.

Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, cheesy chicken casserole loaded with ranch seasoning and bacon, perfect for busy weeknights. This one-dish meal delivers comforting flavors with minimal prep and bakes in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 3 cups cooked pasta or rice (optional)
  • 2 tbsp sliced green onions
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • parsley or chives for garnish

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

    2. In a large bowl, whisk together cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.

    3. Fold in chicken, bacon, and half of the cheddar cheese. Add pasta or rice if using and mix to coat.

    4. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

    5. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.

    6. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.

    7. Let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 3
    • Sodium: 800
    • Fat: 28
    • Saturated Fat: 14
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10
    • Trans Fat: 0.5
    • Carbohydrates: 20
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 32
    • Cholesterol: 120

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