This creamy chicken bacon ranch pasta bake is the ultimate comfort food that combines the flavors of tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich ranch sauce.
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
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound pasta of your choice
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup ranch dressing
1 cup cream cheese
2 cups shredded cheese, divided
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled turkey bacon, ranch dressing, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper.
Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chopped green onions or parsley on top before serving.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.