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Chicken Ranch Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and full of bold ranch flavor, this Chicken Ranch Casserole recipe is one of those easy dinners you'll want to make again and again. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, crispy bacon, creamy ranch...
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
  4. Drain well and set aside.
  5. Mix until smooth.
  6. Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and crumbled bacon to the bowl.
  7. Stir until everything is evenly coated with the creamy ranch sauce.
  8. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  10. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  12. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
  13. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and enjoy while warm.