Description
Creamy Crack Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender chicken with a rich cream cheese sauce and topped with crispy bacon and green onions. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings, ensuring everyone will be asking for seconds. With its delightful flavors and creamy texture, this dish will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 packet (0.4 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- 6 slices crispy bacon (crumbled)
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and half the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Spread the mixture over the chicken, covering it completely.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions. Return to oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg