Description
A hearty casserole that combines crispy-roasted potatoes, tender chicken, gooey cheddar, and crumbled bacon, all tied together with ranch flavor for a comforting one-dish meal.
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced (about 4 cups)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning (from the packet)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
- Toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Season the diced chicken with a pinch of salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning.
- Distribute the seasoned chicken evenly over the par-cooked potatoes.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese and bacon evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for another 20–25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with ranch dressing and garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For added crispness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, but watch carefully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American