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How to Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal that's easy to make and sure to be a hit with the whole family, then you've come to the right place! This Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the perfect combination of tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and cheesy goodness, all baked together in one mouthwatering dish.

With just a handful of simple ingredients, this casserole comes together in no time, making it an ideal weeknight dinner option. Plus, it's a great w...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
  • 1 pound bacon
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped (Optional)
  • 2 (15 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce, divided
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange chicken breasts on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Dice chicken and place in a bowl; add ranch mix and stir until coated. Set aside.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon into small pieces; set aside.
  • Heat reserved bacon grease in the skillet; cook and stir bell pepper until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add diced chicken, 1 jar Alfredo sauce, milk, and garlic; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Pour 1/2 of the jar of remaining Alfredo sauce into a casserole dish; top with 1/2 of the penne, 1/2 of the chicken mixture, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 of the bacon. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients in the same order ending with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and bacon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until casserole bubbles and cheese is lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    591 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 106mg
    • Sodium: 1407mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 320mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 308mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Bacon recipes
    Ranch recipes
    Casserole recipes