BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole
A creamy and tangy casserole made with leftover chicken, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and cheese, perfect for a family-friendly dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta (optional)
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and cooked rice or pasta in a large bowl.
- Stir thoroughly so every shred of chicken is coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the casserole is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For speed, use a rotisserie chicken. For a lighter texture, swap half the cheese for mozzarella.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/bbq-ranch-chicken-casserole/