This easy Chicken and Hashbrown Casserole combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy sauce, cheesy hashbrowns, and vegetables for a comforting family dinner. Topped with buttery Ritz crackers and cheddar cheese, it is simple to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, frozen hashbrowns, cream of chicken soup, bacon, milk, frozen mixed vegetables, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined. 3 cups Chicken3 cups Hashbrowns10.5 oz Cream of Chicken¼ cup Bacon½ cup Milk1½ cups Cheddar Cheese12 oz Mixed Frozen Vegetables1 tsp Garlic Powder1 tsp salt½ tsp Black Pepper<wprm-ingredient uid="16" removed="0">
Add to the Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to your prepared 8x8 baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
Add the Topping: Crush the Ritz crackers and combine them with the cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the casserole. 14 Ritz Crackers ½ cup Cheddar Cheese
Bake: Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.