A decadent and comforting casserole featuring tender potatoes, seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch dressing sauce — all baked to golden perfection.
Origin Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
This casserole is a classic American comfort food, drawing inspiration from the ever-popular chicken, bacon, and ranch flavor combination. It’s a hearty dish that combines the best of potatoes and savory ingredients in a satisfying, one-pan meal.
What I Love About This Recipe
It’s a crowd-pleaser that combines creamy ranch dressing, savory chicken, and crispy bacon in every bite. It’s easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or potluck.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
Course: Salad8
servings40
minutes55
minutes300
kcalIngredients
4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups cooked chicken, diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup ranch dressing
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (10–12 minutes), then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
- Stir in sour cream, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use any leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.
- For a creamier version, add more ranch dressing or sour cream.
- Top with additional bacon or a drizzle of ranch dressing for extra flavor.
