Description
Crack Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Made with shredded hash browns, creamy sour cream, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz shredded hash brown potatoes (frozen)
- 16 oz sour cream
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 oz ranch seasoning (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, ranch seasoning, shredded chicken, ¾ cup cooked bacon, and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stir until well combined.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup cooked bacon and ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake the Casserole:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is warmed through and the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley before serving.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup for a different flavor profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~2 oz
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Fat: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 15g
