Description
A delicious and easy casserole that combines smoky BBQ sauce with creamy ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.
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, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl. Mix well.
- If using, stir in the cooked rice or pasta.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add chopped bell peppers or corn. Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option or different cheese types for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: casserole, BBQ chicken, easy dinner, family meal, comfort food