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Cracked Chicken Casserole

Cracked Chicken Casserole Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ lbs)
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 8 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Poach chicken breasts in simmering water or broth for 12 to 15 minutes until 165°F, then shred with two forks.
  2. Beat cream cheese and ranch seasoning until smooth, then fold in half the bacon and half the cheddar.
  3. Grease a 9x13 inch dish, layer shredded chicken, spread the cream cheese mixture on top, and sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon.
  4. Bake at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Using shredded rotisserie chicken cuts the prep time in half and works perfectly. Ranch packets vary in salt, so taste the cream cheese mixture before you add any extra. If you like a deeper brown top, switch the oven to broil for the final minute, watching closely so the cheese does not burn.