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Crack Chicken Casserole

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This easy, cheesy crack chicken casserole is creamy, savory, and loaded with bacon, ranch, and melty cheddar. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s naturally gluten-free and perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds (about 3 large) chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • Optional: 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • Optional: 1 cup cooked broccoli florets, chopped
  • Optional: Hot sauce, a few dashes

Instructions

  1. Cook and shred the chicken breasts if not using pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken. Cook bacon until crispy and crumble. Soften cream cheese to room temperature.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Fold in shredded chicken, half the cooked bacon, half the shredded cheddar, and green onions. Add peas or broccoli if using.
  5. Lightly beat the eggs in a small bowl, then stir into the chicken mixture. Pour everything into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and bacon evenly over the top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown. If the top browns too fast, loosely cover with foil.
  8. Let casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra green onions.
  9. Serve hot. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Notes

For best results, shred your own cheddar cheese for better melt. Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver. If using frozen veggies, thaw and squeeze out excess water. For a low-carb version, skip peas and use only green veggies. Let the casserole rest before slicing for cleaner servings. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

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