Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
436 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Description
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole brings together cooked rotini pasta and shredded chicken mixed with Alfredo sauce and ranch dressing to create a creamy, flavorful filling. The mozzarella cheese topping melts over the casserole, while bacon adds a smoky, crisp contrast. Baking at 350°F allows the casserole to heat through evenly and develop a light golden crust.
The dish balances creaminess from the sauce and cheese with the savory, slightly tangy ranch and smoky bacon pieces. Fresh parsley sprinkled on top adds a bright herbal note. It works well as a filling main course for family meals or potlucks.
For convenience, the casserole can be assembled ahead and frozen unfried in a disposable pan; bake it from frozen by adding extra cooking time. Leftovers store well refrigerated for 2-3 days and reheat either in the microwave or stove with some milk to restore creaminess.
Ingredients
- 1 pound rotini pasta cooked and drained
- 2 cups chicken shredded, cooked
- 1 (15-ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 6 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- parsley fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the pasta, chicken, Alfredo sauce, and ranch dressing. Pour the pasta mixture into a 9 x 13 baking dish.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the pasta, then sprinkle the bacon on top. Bake 15-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and frozen uncooked for one to two months in a disposable pan, tightly covered.
- When baking from frozen, add approximately 30 minutes to the cooking time to ensure it heats through fully.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat leftovers in microwave or stovetop, adding a splash of milk to restore the creamy texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 436 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 436kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 189IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 158mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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