Description
This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Loaded with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch sauce, it’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, corn, carrots)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. 3. Stir in the cooked pasta and frozen mixed vegetables until well combined.
4. 4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
5. 5. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
6. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
7. 7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
8. 8. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
• This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just cover it tightly with plastic wrap.
• You can substitute the chicken with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
• Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or swap the cheese for a different kind.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, bacon, ranch, casserole, comfort food