A hearty and delicious casserole combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch sauce. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 240 g cheddar cheese
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 225 g cream cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 120 ml milk
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 450 g pasta
- 240 ml ranch dressing
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain, then crumble.
Step 4
In the same skillet, cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center. Remove and shred the chicken.
Step 5
In a large bowl, mix together the ranch dressing, cream cheese, milk, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and half of the crumbled bacon to the bowl and stir until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the mixture into a large baking dish and top with the shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining crumbled bacon.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.