Description
A comforting casserole that combines shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and ranch dressing topped with cheese, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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).
- Combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large mixing bowl. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the cooked rice or pasta to the mixture if desired and combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider using a rotisserie chicken to save time. Experiment with different cheese blends for a unique touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, BBQ, ranch, comfort food