Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole, blending creamy textures with savory flavors. Layers of tender chicken, golden potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal that brings warmth to your dinner table, inviting you to savor each comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups cooked and cubed chicken
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
Starches and Base:
- 8 baking potatoes (russet), baked and cooled
- 1/3 cup olive oil
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a scorching 400°F (200°C), ensuring a perfectly crisp and golden finish.
- Transform previously baked potatoes into rustic, bite-sized cubes, creating a hearty base for the casserole.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by gently tossing the potato cubes with aromatic olive oil, zesty garlic powder, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper.
- Arrange the seasoned potato cubes in a generously greased baking dish, spreading them evenly to maximize crispiness.
- Distribute tender, pre-cooked chicken pieces uniformly across the potato foundation, ensuring every bite contains succulent protein.
- Lavishly blanket the chicken and potatoes with a generous layer of sharp cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt and create a rich, creamy texture.
- Sprinkle crispy, crumbled bacon over the cheese, adding a smoky and crunchy dimension to the casserole.
- Transfer the assembled dish to the preheated oven, baking for 20-25 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden masterpiece.
- Once removed from the oven, complement the casserole with a dollop of cool, tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, pat them dry with paper towels before tossing with olive oil to remove excess moisture.
- Swap regular bacon for turkey bacon or plant-based bacon alternatives to make the dish lighter or vegetarian-friendly.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like mozzarella, pepper jack, or a blend to customize the flavor profile and add depth to the casserole.
- Prepare ingredients ahead of time and assemble the casserole quickly for a convenient weeknight meal that can be refrigerated and baked later.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 481
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 663 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg