Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole Recipe
This Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole recipe features baked Russet potatoes, tender chicken, and crispy bacon, all smothered in cheddar cheese. Perfect for a hearty family dinner, this dish is easy to make and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 Russet baking potatoes, baked and cooled
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and cubed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Sour cream (optional)
- Green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Dice the baked and cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, cooked chicken, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of paprika or chili powder.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg