Description

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a fast and easy comfort food favorite combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, fresh broccoli or spinach, garlic, ranch dressing, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses baked to bubbly perfection. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner that you can assemble quickly and enjoy warm, cheesy goodness with a delicious ranch twist.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients:

4 cups Boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked, cubed or shredded)
8 slices Bacon (cooked, chopped)
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 cup Ranch dressing
1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)

Version 1 with Broccoli:

5 cups Broccoli (cut into florets)

Version 2 with Spinach:

1 lb Frozen spinach (thawed, squeezed to drain well)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (191 degrees C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Prepare the Vegetables: If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out excess water. If using broccoli, bring a pot of water to a boil, add the broccoli florets, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped bacon, prepared spinach or broccoli, minced garlic, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated. You can also mix these ingredients directly in the casserole dish if preferred.
Optional Ranch Boost: For extra ranch flavor, feel free to add 1-3 teaspoons of ranch seasoning mix to the mixture before combining.
Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) glass or stoneware casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until it is hot, bubbly, and the cheese has melted perfectly.

Notes

Serving size is approximately 1 cup per person.
Nutrition information is based on homemade ranch dressing and the broccoli version; spinach version nutrition is similar but slightly variable.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
For meal prep, assemble ahead of time and refrigerate for a few days or freeze for longer storage.
The casserole can be frozen for up to 3 months, either before or after baking.
You can customize ranch intensity by adding ranch seasoning mix according to taste.
See the full post for substitution options and tips on consistency and shortcuts.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg