Description
This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a delightful comfort food dish packed with flavor. It combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch sauce, topped with cheese for a delicious baked meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
– 1/2 cup ranch dressing
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 2 cups pasta (like penne or rotini), cooked
– 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing, sour cream, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well.
3. 3. Add the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, cooked pasta, and sliced green onions to the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated.
4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
6. 6. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
7. 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. 8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream and use whole wheat pasta. Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, casserole, bacon, ranch, comfort food