Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Rice Casserole
This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Rice Casserole is an easy family dinner made with rotisserie chicken, bacon, ranch seasoning, rice, and plenty of cheddar cheese. The buttery Ritz cracker topping adds the perfect crunch to this comforting casserole that is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 798kcal
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 8 oz sour cream
- 1 oz ranch seasoning packet
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
For the Topping
- 1 tube (about 30 crackers) Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, bacon, and 1½ cups cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Spread mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle with the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken makes this casserole quick and easy.
- Cooked turkey can be substituted for the chicken.
- Sharp cheddar cheese adds the most flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For extra bacon flavor, sprinkle additional crumbled bacon over the top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 798 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 29 g | Fat: 53 g | Saturated Fat: 19 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18 g | Trans Fat: 0.05 g | Cholesterol: 113 mg | Sodium: 1521 mg | Potassium: 402 mg | Fiber: 0.2 g | Sugar: 3 g | Vitamin A: 1484 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 297 mg | Iron: 5 mg
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