Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole
Loaded Potato Ranch Chicken Casserole is a comforting one-dish meal that combines tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and zesty ranch flavors. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a satisfying blend of textures and tastes that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this dish quickly becomes a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 32 oz frozen hash browns
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine frozen hash browns, ranch dressing mix, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Layer half of the hash brown mixture in the prepared baking dish. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
- Spread the remaining hash brown mixture over the chicken and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to achieve a golden-brown finish.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving, then garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute turkey for chicken or add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition. For a crispy topping, consider adding crushed bacon bits or breadcrumbs before baking.