Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
This easy chicken bacon ranch casserole is a creamy, comforting family dinner made with shredded chicken, simple ingredients, and just 15 minutes of prep.
For more easy chicken casserole for dinner try my homemade chicken noodle casserole, chicken and potato casserole and chicken and dumplings with biscuits.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Fast and family-friendly – Just 15 minutes of prep with simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
Creamy, cheesy comfort food – Loaded with tender pasta, shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and rich ranch flavor.
Great for leftovers and meal prep – Reheats beautifully for easy lunches and next-day dinners.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 ounces penne pasta, cooked
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Green onions for garnish, optional
How To Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
STEP ONE – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
STEP TWO – In a large bowl, mix the ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper until combined.
STEP THREE – Add the shredded chicken, cooked pasta, and half of the crumbled bacon. Stir until evenly coated.
STEP FOUR – Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
STEP FIVE – Sprinkle the Colby Jack cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
STEP SIX – Top with the remaining crumbled bacon.
STEP SEVEN – Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
STEP EIGHT – Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with green onions if desired.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or microwave until heated through.
To Freeze: Assemble the casserole without baking and freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
Description
This easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe is one of the ultimate comfort foods for dinner with creamy, cheesy goodness and savory, smoky flavors. It’s a simple, irresistible casserole sure to become a family favorite, combining tender pasta, crispy bacon with chicken and melted cheese in a creamy ranch sauce.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
12 ounces penne pasta, cooked
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup ranch dressing
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Green onions for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper until combined.
- Add the shredded chicken, cooked pasta, and half of the crumbled bacon. Stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the Colby Jack cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Top with the remaining crumbled bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
How to store, heat and freeze:
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or microwave until heated through.
To Freeze: Assemble the casserole without baking and freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
