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

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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