Description
A creamy, indulgent pasta dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and rich ranch dressing, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, milk, and cheese.
- Mix Well: Gently fold all ingredients until evenly coated with ranch dressing.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm.
Notes
For an extra crispy topping, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking. Ensure pasta is al dente to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg