Loaded Baked Potato Chicken Casserole
A hearty casserole made with shredded chicken, baked potatoes, sour cream, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 c shredded cooked chicken such as rotisserie chicken
- 3 c cubed baked potatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 ½ c shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 1 c sour cream
- ½ c green onions sliced, plus additional for garnish
- ½ c crispy crumbled bacon
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Step 2: Prepare the Sour Cream Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and sliced green onions.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly seasoned.
Step 3: Combine the Casserole Filling
- Add the shredded chicken, cubed baked potatoes, and half of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the sour cream mixture.
- Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Avoid overmixing to prevent the potatoes from breaking apart too much.
Step 4: Transfer to the Baking Dish
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Use a spatula to smooth the top into an even layer.
Step 5: Add the Topping
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
- Top with the crispy crumbled bacon.
Step 6: Bake
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the edges begin to bubble.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
- Remove the casserole from the oven.
- Garnish with additional sliced green onions.
- Serve warm.
Notes
To make this Loaded Baked Potato Chicken Casserole gluten-free, confirm that the shredded chicken, bacon, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper are labeled gluten-free. If using rotisserie chicken, check the seasoning and preparation label carefully, as some store-bought chickens may contain gluten-based additives or marinades. Use plain baked potatoes without gluten-containing toppings or seasonings. Prepare the casserole with clean bowls, utensils, cutting boards, and baking dishes to prevent gluten cross-contact.