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How to make Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole with Crispy Topping — key cooking step

Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole with Crispy Topping

  • Author: Isabella Cortez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: 🍲 Comfort Classics & Casseroles
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. It features tender chicken, crispy bacon, a creamy ranch sauce, and a crunchy topping that makes it irresistible! Perfect for family dinners or gatherings.


Ingredients

– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

– 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled

– 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

– 1 cup ranch dressing

– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

– 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)

– 2 cups cooked pasta (like penne or rotini)

– 1 cup crushed crackers (for topping)

– 2 tablespoons melted butter

– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1.

2. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, and cooked pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 3. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

5. 4. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed crackers with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly over the casserole.

6. 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

7. 6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!


Notes

 

– You can substitute the chicken with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.

– Feel free to add any other vegetables you like, such as broccoli or bell peppers.

– This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken casserole, bacon, ranch, comfort food