Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch sauce baked to perfection. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this comforting casserole is sure to please everyone's palate.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 skillet
- 1 whisk
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed You can substitute with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups cooked pasta Elbow macaroni or rotini.
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or mozzarella.
- 1 cup broccoli florets Optional.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, cooked pasta, ranch dressing, ¾ cup of cheese, broccoli florets (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of cheese on top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Notes
You can substitute cooked chicken with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added nutrition.
This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Just increase the baking time by a few minutes if it's cold from the fridge.