Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter or oil

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble into small pieces

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to release aroma

If using vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower, lightly sauté them for 2–3 minutes until tender

In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese and whisk until smooth

Pour in heavy cream and ranch dressing, mixing until fully combined into a creamy base

Add onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper, stirring to evenly distribute seasoning

Fold in the cooked chicken pieces and sautéed vegetables

Add half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese into the mixture and stir well

Add half of the crumbled bacon and mix again

Transfer the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish

Smooth out the top using a spatula for even baking

Sprinkle remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese across the top

Add the rest of the bacon evenly over the cheese layer

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly

Turn on broil for the last 2–3 minutes to get a golden, slightly crispy top

Remove from oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired

Slice and serve warm