Description
Hearty chicken bacon ranch potato bake delivers comfort and flavor in one delightful dish. Crispy bacon, tender chicken, and creamy ranch sauce meld perfectly, promising a satisfying meal that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes, cubed
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken breast, cubed
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning and Dressing:
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by lightly greasing the surface and heating the oven to 400F (200C).
- Combine cubed potatoes, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning, and olive oil in a large mixing bowl, ensuring thorough coating with salt and pepper.
- Evenly distribute the potato, chicken, and bacon mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until potatoes turn golden and crispy, and chicken reaches complete doneness.
- During the final 10 minutes of cooking, generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, allowing it to melt and create a bubbling golden surface.
- Once removed from the oven, let the dish rest for a few minutes to settle and cool slightly.
- Garnish with a dollop of tangy sour cream and freshly chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately as a hearty, comforting main course that blends savory chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch essence into one satisfying meal.
Notes
- Cut potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Use thick-cut bacon for maximum flavor and crispiness, which adds a delightful crunch to the potato bake.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda to create unique flavor profiles and add personal flair to the dish.
- For a low-carb version, substitute potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips to reduce overall carbohydrate content while maintaining a similar texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 675 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg