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A Heavenly Dinner Recipe

A Heavenly Dinner Recipe
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This Amazing 25-Minute Crack Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful baked dish featuring tender cooked chicken, smoky bacon, and a savory ranch seasoning sauce. It’s a comforting American classic perfect for cozy dinners, made easy with simple ingredients and quick preparation.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Bacon

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (leftover rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

Creamy Base

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk

Seasoning and Cheese

  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided: half for mixing, half for topping)

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is ready for baking when the casserole is assembled.
  2. Make the Creamy Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, milk, and ranch seasoning mix. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined with no lumps.
  3. Add Chicken and Cheese: Stir in the cooked chicken and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture, mixing evenly to coat the chicken in the sauce.
  4. Assemble in Baking Dish: Spread this mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, making sure it reaches all corners for uniform baking.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole, then scatter the crumbled bacon on top to add a crispy, savory finish.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly, the cheese is melted, and lightly browned on top.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Cooked chicken can be leftover rotisserie chicken or boiled chicken breasts shredded.
  • Adjust ranch seasoning mix amount based on your taste preferences for stronger or milder flavor.
  • For an extra flavor boost, add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the creamy sauce mixture before baking.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking; add a few extra minutes to the bake time if baking from cold.
  • Leftover casserole keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.

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