Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a comforting and irresistible dish that’s sure to become a new family favorite. With its perfect blend of tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch-based sauce, all topped with a crispy tater tot crust, this casserole is a true masterpiece of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 pound cooked chicken breasts, shredded
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped
- 2 cup frozen tater tots
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F and allow it to fully preheat.
2. Make the Ranch Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, milk, and flour until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
3. Layer the Meats: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, mix the shredded chicken and chopped bacon until evenly distributed across the bottom.
4. Add the Sauce: Pour the ranch mixture over the chicken and bacon and stir gently to ensure every piece is coated with the creamy base.
5. Top with Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in an even layer on top, covering the surface entirely.
6. Bake Until Golden: Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until the tater tots are crisp and golden, and the filling is bubbling underneath.
7. Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to help the sauce set and avoid burning your mouth.
Notes
To ensure your Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole turns out perfectly, consider these helpful tips:
– Choosing the Right Chicken: You can use either freshly cooked and shredded chicken breasts or leftover rotisserie chicken for a convenient shortcut.
– Bacon Cooking Techniques: Cook the bacon until it’s crispy for the best texture and flavor in the casserole.
– Layering Ingredients: Be sure to evenly distribute the chicken and bacon across the bottom of the baking dish for even coverage.
– Adjusting Cooking Times: Oven temperatures may vary, so keep an eye on the casserole and adjust the baking time as needed until the tater tots are golden and the filling is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams