Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole, blending creamy textures with savory flavors. Delicious layers of tender chicken, golden potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 Russet baking potatoes, baked and cooled
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and cubed
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Sour cream (optional)
- Green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C), ensuring a perfectly heated cooking environment.
- Transform baked and cooled potatoes into uniform, appetizing bite-sized cubes.
- Create a flavorful mixture by gently tossing the potato chunks with olive oil, tender cooked chicken, aromatic garlic powder, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper.
- Transfer the seasoned mixture into a well-greased baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Generously crown the casserole with a lavish layer of sharp cheddar cheese and crispy crumbled bacon.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and allow it to bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a golden, bubbling blanket.
- Once removed from the oven, enhance the dish with an optional garnish of cool sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions for a burst of color and additional flavor.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture and flavor absorption in this comforting casserole.
- Cook bacon until extra crispy to ensure maximum crunch and intense smoky flavor throughout the dish.
- Prepare the casserole up to a day in advance and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld together for an even more delicious meal.
- Swap regular cheese for low-fat or plant-based alternatives, and use turkey bacon for a lighter version that still delivers incredible taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 308
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 406 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg