Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole is a creamy, hearty twist on the classic hash brown casserole. Loaded with tender potatoes, chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese, this dish is packed with flavor and perfect for both family dinners and gatherings.
Whether you are heading to a cookout, potluck, or a simple meal at home, this easy casserole can be served as a side dish or complete one-pan meal.
Summer means lots of cook-outs and parties that involve taking a covered dish. I always take several dishes to anything that I am invited to, and one of them is usually the hash brown casserole. It is such a great recipe and I keep thinking of other ingredients I could add to it for some variation.
Hash Brown Potato Casserole and Firecracker Potato Casserole recipes are more variations of this casserole, and are perfect to take to a covered dish, BBQ, or to serve at any dinner.
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HOW TO MAKE THIS CHICKEN BACON RANCH POTATO CASSEROLE:
QUICK OVERVIEW
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking dish.
- Place potatoes, butter, salt, pepper, ranch packet, soup, sour cream and half of the cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together to combine well.
- Add the chicken and bacon and combine ingredients well.
- Transfer to the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover and bake as directed.
Prepare the ingredients.
(Full list of ingredients and instructions in printable recipe card.)
Frozen Potatoes O’ Brien
Butter
Kosher salt
Coarse black pepper
Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Packet
Cream of chicken soup
Sour cream
Shredded cheddar cheese
Cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
Bacon
Instructions
Place the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine well.
Transfer to a large baking dish that has been sprayed with a no stick cooking spray.
If you are taking this to a cook-out, use a disposable aluminum pan. I double the pans because this casserole is so heavy.
Top with remaining cheese.
Bake about 50-55 minutes, until cheese is melted and potatoes are tender. Serve warm.
Why You’ll Love Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
- Can be served as a side dish or as a complete meal.
- The casserole can be prepped ahead of time and baked prior to serving it.
- It makes a large amount, so it is perfect to take to a covered dish event.
- A delicious twist on the classic hashbrown potato casserole.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- If you are taking this to a cook-out, use a disposable aluminum pan. I double the pans because this casserole is so heavy.
- Before covering the pan with aluminum foil, spray it with no stick cooking spray so that the cheese will not stick on it.
- Add any seasoning to the recipe that your family likes.
- Always thaw the potatoes before mixing for best texture.
VARITIONS
Mix in chopped green onions for added flavor.
Substitute ham, sausage, or ground beef for the chicken.
How to Store Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
This potato casserole is perfect for prepping ahead.
- Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate.
- Can also be frozen (up to 2 days ahead),then thawed in the refrigerator before baking.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should the Potatoes O’ Brien be thawed before assembling the casserole?
YES. If they are not thawed, it is hard to combine all of the ingredients well.
Do I cover the casserole while baking?
YES, this helps hold moisture into the casserole and helps it reach the appropriate temperature. Spray the aluminum foil with a no stick cooking spray before covering it to prevent the cheese from sticking.
This post was shared on Weekend Potluck @ Sweet Little Bluebird.
This recipe was reviewed on 5/2/26 with no changes.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH POTATO CASSEROLE
Ingredients
- 2 lb bag frozen Potatoes O Brien
- 1 stick 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 1 1.0oz packet Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded (rotisserie is perfect)
- 4 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with no stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, place the potatoes, butter, salt, pepper, ranch packet, soup, sour cream and half of the cheese. Stir to combine ingredients well, with a large wooden spoon.
- Add chicken and bacon. Stir to combine ingredients well. Spoon ingredients into prepared pan, spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for about 55 to 60 minutes, or until mixture is bubbly and potatoes are tender.
Notes
- If you are taking this to a cook-out, use a disposable aluminum pan. I double the pans because this casserole is so heavy.
- Before covering the pan with aluminum foil, spray it with no stick cooking spray so that the cheese will not stick on it.
- Add any seasoning to the recipe that your family likes.
- You could add ham, sausage, or ground beef, instead of the chicken if you prefer.
This casserole can be assembled the day before you need it, wrap tightly with Cling Wrap or aluminum foil, refrigerate, and bake prior to dinner.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Potatoes, bacon, cheese and ranch dressing — all my favorite things! Thanks for the recipe!
Had for dinner tonight – delicious. We halved the recipe for the 2 of us.
Oh thank you!!! I do that a lot too since we are empty nesters.
Trying this tonight will let you know how it goes
Thank you. Hope your family likes it.
Do you thaw the potatoes or can you use them frozen?
Hi. I’m sorry that I just got some computer time. I use them mostly frozen. I take them out of the freezer to sit out while I’m getting everything else ready, then just break them up with a butter knife. Frozen or thawed would be totally fine. Thank You.
That looks freaking amazing