Tip: This creamy, savory dish has approximately 450-500 calories per serving, depending on portion size. It's perfect for a comforting dinner that’s both filling and flavorful. Serve it with a side salad or some steamed vegetables for a balanced meal!

Ingredients:
1.5 pounds baby gold potatoes

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

Salt and pepper, to taste

½ cup prepared ranch dressing, divided use

2 cups Mexican cheese blend

1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon

½ cup diced green onion

How to Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Bake:
Prepare the Baking Dish:

Spray a 9"x 13" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Prepare the Potatoes:

Dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

In a large bowl, mix together the diced potatoes, salt & pepper, and ¼ cup ranch dressing.

Bake the Potatoes:

Scoop the potatoes into the prepared baking dish (save that bowl, we’ll use it again for the chicken).

Bake the potatoes for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until almost thoroughly cooked (they won’t be fork tender quite yet).

Prepare the Chicken:

While the potatoes are cooking, add the cubed chicken to the bowl you used for the potatoes.

Add salt and pepper and the remaining ¼ cup ranch dressing, mixing to coat.

Combine and Bake:

Once the potatoes have cooked for 30 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and lower the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).

Top the cooked potatoes with the raw marinated chicken.

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (be careful as the baking dish will be very hot).

Place the baking dish back in the oven and cook for an additional 20 minutes (or until chicken is fully cooked and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F).

Add the Toppings:

Take the baking dish out of the oven and top with shredded cheese, bacon, and green onion.

Place it back in the oven for 8-10 minutes (or until cheese is melted and bubbly).

Notes:
Saving Energy: To save energy, preheat the oven only for the necessary cooking times. Additionally, you can use a convection oven if you have one, as it will cook faster and more evenly.

Health Benefits: This dish offers protein from the chicken and bacon, and the potatoes provide some fiber. However, due to the cheese and ranch dressing, it’s best enjoyed in moderation if you’re mindful of calories or fat intake.