LOADED POTATO RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole is a cheesy, creamy, and flavorful dish packed with ranch-seasoned potatoes, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melty cheese. It’s the perfect easy dinner for a comforting and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes diced into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled
- ½ cup sour cream optional, for serving
- 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step No.1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step No.2: Season the Potatoes
- In a large bowl, toss diced potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
Step No.3: Bake the Potatoes
- Spread the potatoes evenly in the greased baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Step No.4: Add Chicken and Cheese
- Remove the dish from the oven and add the cubed chicken on top of the potatoes. Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
Step No.5: Bake Until Done
- Return to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step No.6: Add Bacon and Serve
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with crumbled bacon and green onions. Serve hot with sour cream on the side.
Notes
- Potatoes: Use russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture.
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.
- Extra Crispy Potatoes: Bake them for an extra 5 minutes before adding the chicken.
- Cheese: Feel free to swap in pepper jack or Colby cheese for a different flavor.
- Make It Spicier: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning mix.
- Buffalo Ranch Chicken Casserole: Drizzle buffalo sauce over the casserole before serving.
- BBQ Chicken Casserole: Swap ranch seasoning for BBQ sauce for a smoky twist.
- Loaded Veggie Casserole: Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra veggies.
- Low-Carb Version: Use cauliflower instead of potatoes.
- Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole: Stir in ½ cup of sour cream before baking for an extra creamy texture.