Description
This Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole is a comforting, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that’s easy to make. Featuring tender chicken, crispy roasted potatoes, smoky bacon, and a creamy ranch dressing, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled and diced
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ⅔ cup ranch dressing, divided
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 450°F. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the diced potatoes with ⅓ cup of ranch dressing, dried parsley, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly coated.
- Bake the Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a 9×13-inch casserole dish in an even layer. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Season the Chicken: While the potatoes are baking, toss the diced chicken with the remaining ⅓ cup of ranch dressing, salt, and pepper. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Add the Chicken to the Dish: Remove the casserole dish from the oven after 30 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F. Evenly distribute the seasoned chicken over the partially cooked potatoes. Cover the dish with foil to lock in moisture.
- Continue Baking: Return the covered dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Add the Toppings: Remove the foil and sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese over the casserole. Return it to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped green onions on top. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, broil the casserole for 2–3 minutes after adding the cheese.
- Turkey bacon can be used as a leaner alternative to traditional bacon.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 4 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 636
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 736mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 61g
- Cholesterol: 175mg