Description
Indulge in the Loaded BBQ Chicken Bacon Cheese Fry Casserole, a flavor-packed comfort food delight that combines crispy fries, tender chicken, melted cheese, and smoky bacon. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or lively social events, making it a true crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- Frozen French Fries: 1 bag, the crispy base of the casserole.
- Cooked Chicken: 2 cups, shredded or chopped for protein.
- Barbecue Sauce: 1 cup, for a smoky-sweet flavor.
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, shredded.
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup, shredded.
- Bacon: 6 slices, cooked and crumbled.
- Green Onions: 1/4 cup, chopped, for garnish.
- Seasonings: 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake the Fries: Spread the frozen French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Mix the Chicken and Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken and barbecue sauce until well coated.
- Layer the Casserole: In a large casserole dish, layer the baked fries, then top with the BBQ chicken mixture.
- Add the Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the casserole, followed by crumbled bacon.
- Season and Bake Again: Sprinkle black pepper and garlic powder on top, then bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and top with chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For the crispiest fries, avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.
- Customize the spice level by adding chili powder or cayenne for heat.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheese blends.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg