Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake: A Hearty and Easy Family Favorite
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake is a deliciously hearty dish that’s both easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, bacon, chicken, ranch dressing, half of the cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake, pasta recipes, family dinner