Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
A comforting casserole made with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and cheese, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups Chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 4-6 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 cups Pasta (rotini works well), uncooked
- 1/4 cup Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, add uncooked rotini, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- If your chicken isn’t cooked yet, grill or bake it, season with salt and pepper, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese and ranch seasoning until creamy and smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and cooked pasta to the bowl. Sprinkle in half of the cheddar cheese and stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For an extra crispy top, broil the casserole for a couple of minutes at the end. You can customize this dish with your favorite vegetables or different cheeses. Leftover casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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