Delectable Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Bake
Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds baby gold potatoes
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup prepared ranch dressing, divided
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- ½ cup diced green onion
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9″x13″ baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Dice the baby gold potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes with salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of ranch dressing.
4. Transfer the seasoned potatoes into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even layer.
5. Bake the potatoes for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until they are almost fully cooked.
6. While the potatoes are baking, marinate the cubed chicken in the remaining ¼ cup of ranch dressing, salt, and pepper in the same bowl used for the potatoes.
7. After 30 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
8. Spread the marinated chicken evenly over the partially cooked potatoes in the baking dish.
9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (be cautious as it will be hot) and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
10. Once cooked, remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and diced green onions over the chicken and potatoes.
11. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Serve hot and enjoy the irresistible flavors of this Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Bake!
