Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe
This creamy and cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. Packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and ranch flavor, it’s an easy-to-make dinner the whole family will love!
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Skillet (for cooking bacon)
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta penne, rotini, or shells work best
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped parsley or green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the bacon:
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Crumble the bacon once cooled.
- Mix the sauce:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the casserole:
- Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and half of the crumbled bacon to the bowl with the sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Layer the casserole:
- Spread the pasta mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove the casserole from the oven and top with the remaining bacon and chopped parsley or green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!