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Crack Chicken Casserole

Tender shredded chicken combined with cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and two melted cheeses, baked until hot and bubbly for the ultimate easy comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and shredded (or 4 cups rotisserie chicken)
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature, full-fat block style
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix 1 oz packet
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided, freshly shredded recommended
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
  • 1 lb bacon cooked and crumbled, divided
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, milk, and ranch seasoning packet. Stir until completely smooth with no lumps.
  3. Fold in the shredded chicken, 2/3 cup cheddar, 2/3 cup Monterey Jack, and about two-thirds of the crumbled bacon. Stir until the chicken is fully coated and well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
  6. Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden. Let rest 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions and serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep -- you need about 4 cups shredded. Always shred your own cheese from a block for the smoothest melt. Can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated before baking. Add 5 extra minutes to bake time when coming straight from the refrigerator.