Buffalo Chicken Casserole

A creamy, spicy, and comforting casserole that blends shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, ranch, and gooey cheese with rice or pasta. Easy to customize, perfect for potlucks or weeknights!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 40

Servings: Servings

Calories: 420kcal

Author: Chloe White

Cost: $12

Equipment

large mixing bowl
9x13 inch casserole dish
Oven
Spatula or spoon
Cheese grater (optional)

Ingredients

2 cups cooked shredded chicken
0.5 cup buffalo hot sauce
0.5 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
0.5 cup sour cream or softened cream cheese
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 cups cooked rice or pasta
2 green onions, sliced
0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, sour cream, and half the shredded cheese.
Fold in the cooked rice or pasta and green onions. Stir until evenly combined.
Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Top with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for an extra crisp topping. Serve hot.

Notes

Sub Greek yogurt for sour cream to lighten it up. Add chopped bacon or blue cheese for a bold twist. Make it low-carb by swapping rice with cauliflower rice. Freezes well before baking!

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