Savory Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
A comforting casserole combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and golden tater tots in a creamy ranch sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken The foundational protein of this dish.
- 2 cups frozen tater tots The crispy topping.
- 1 cup ranch dressing Adds creaminess and tang.
- 1/2 cup whole milk To thin the ranch dressing.
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Helps bind the filling together.
- 8 ounces thick-cut bacon Cooked and chopped for crispy texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, whole milk, and flour until smooth.
- Spread cooked, shredded chicken in an even layer across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Scatter chopped, crispy bacon on top of the chicken.
- Pour the ranch mixture over the chicken and bacon, stirring gently to coat.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and filling is bubbling.
- Let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with a fresh salad or your favorite beverage.
Notes
This casserole can be customized with vegetables like broccoli or spinach, and it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Reheat leftovers in the oven for the best results.