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Irresistible Cheesy BBQ Bacon Chicken Casserole: A Flavor Explosion

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A savory and cheesy chicken casserole with a delightful BBQ flavor, perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 4 slices of crispy bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then drain.
  3. In a bowl, combine chicken, rice, BBQ sauce, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fold in bacon and half the cheddar cheese.
  5. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and add the mixture.
  6. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Garnish with green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing.
  • Feel free to customize the BBQ sauce to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Contains dairy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg