Description
This Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole is a delicious and comforting meal that the whole family will love. Tender chicken, seasoned potatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese come together in this easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Potatoes:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Nonstick cooking spray
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Spread them in the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. After 30 minutes, add the chicken to the dish and bake for another 20–25 minutes.
- Finish the Casserole: Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon over the casserole. Bake for 5–10 minutes until the cheese melts. Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked chicken to save time.
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
