Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole
This Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crispy Yukon gold potatoes, savory beef, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheese. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy meal with family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 cups Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled and diced
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
⅔ cup ranch dressing, divided
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cooked and crumbled beef
1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- In a medium-sized bowl, toss the diced potatoes with ⅓ cup of ranch dressing, dried parsley, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- Bake the potatoes uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- While the potatoes are baking, combine the diced chicken with the remaining ⅓ cup of ranch dressing, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- After 30 minutes, remove the casserole dish from the oven. Lower the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C). Spread the seasoned chicken evenly over the partially cooked potatoes. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the foil and sprinkle the crumbled beef and shredded cheese over the chicken. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 10 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- If using pre-cooked chicken, ensure it's heated through before serving.
- For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the ranch dressing mixture.
- Feel free to swap the beef with sausage or bacon for a different flavor.
- Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
