Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
"Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe - easy, cheesy & packed with flavor! Ready in 40 mins. Perfect weeknight dinner for the family. Try it!"
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 8 oz bacon (cooked & crumbled)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 16 oz package penne pasta (or any short pasta)
Creamy Ranch Sauce
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Topping (Optional)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
Cook the Pasta
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Creamy Ranch Sauce
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, milk, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Combine Everything
- In the baking dish, mix cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheeses.
- Pour the ranch sauce over the mixture and stir until well coated.
Add Topping (Optional)
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs and melted butter.
- Sprinkle over the casserole for a crunchy topping.
Bake
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness (optional).
Garnish & Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy!