Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing in a cheesy, flavorful dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare and sure to impress. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of flavors that transforms ordinary meals into special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Add cubed chicken and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and ranch dressing until well combined.
- In the baking dish, mix cooked pasta with the chicken-bacon mixture and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg