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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Published: Dec 20, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · 2 Comments

This easy recipe has it all! It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal and will quickly become a family favorite. It's loaded with crispy bacon and cheese, even your pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds!
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Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is an easy recipe you'll be serving time and time again! Loaded with tender chicken, pasta, cream cheese and bacon, it is one of my favorite easy meals!

Love this? Be sure to try the Ultimate Chicken Casserole next!

Cheesy pasta casserole in baking dish.
Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
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  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Cream Cheese

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ This is SUCH a yummy dinner!

✔️ Packed with your favorites, cream cheese, ranch and bacon.

✔️ One more time.... did I say bacon?!!! Guys, this is SO good!

Ingredients to make casserole recipe with print overlay.
Ingredients for Chicken and Bacon Bake

Ingredients

You'll only need a handful of simple ingredients. For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • penne pasta, rotini pasta, angel hair or really you can use your pasta of choice!
  • sour cream
  • Ranch dressing mix - don't use remade salad dressing, you want the powdered salad dressing mix.
  • Rotisserie chicken, leftover chicken or cooked shredded chicken - if you are cooking the chicken to shred, you'll need 2-3 cooked skinless chicken breasts.
  • jar of Alfredo sauce
  • cream of chicken soup
  • shredded mozzarella cheese - if you prefer, substitute with pepper jack cheese or shredded cheddar cheese.
  • crispy crumbled bacon
  • green onions
Instructions to make casserole recipe, with print overlay.
Instructions for Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Cream Cheese

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions for the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Dish. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

  1. Cook the pasta to al dente, according to package directions, drain well and set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F, spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
  3. Add the cooked pasta, sour cream, dry ranch seasoning mix, shredded chicken, creamy Alfredo Sauce, chicken soup and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese to a large mixing bowl and mix well to combine evenly.
  4. Pour the pour mixture into a large casserole dish. Spread evenly.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and cook for 25 minutes covered. Then remove the foil.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese, chopped bacon and some chopped green onions evenly over the top.
  7. Place in preheated oven. Bake, uncovered for another 20 minutes.

Equipment

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  • 9x13” casserole dish
  • large mixing bowl

FAQ's

Can you use bottled Ranch dressing in this recipe?

No, be sure to use powdered ranch dressing.

What kind of chicken do you use in Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta?

You can use any type of cooked shredded chicken, leftover chicken breast, etc. White meat or chicken thighs, whichever you and your family prefer.

Can a rotisserie chicken be used in this recipe?

Absolutely! You can use any leftover cooked chicken.

Why is my casserole watery?

If you added uncooked vegetables to the casserole it can get watery. If adding vegetables, be sure to cook and drain them first. It will also be watering if the pasta isn't drained well.

Things to know

  • Double the recipe and freeze half for the days you don't want to cook, it freezes great.
  • It can be made and assembled the day before (love that!).
  • I love this with a dash of tabasco sauce - hot sauce makes everything better! 😋
Pasta dish on plate with side of broccoli.
Chicken and Bacon Casserole Recipe

Variations

  • Add chopped broccoli, grilled asparagus or Brussels sprouts to the casserole dish prior to baking for a complete meal! Frozen spinach would be amazing as well. Be sure to steam or par-cook the vegetables first. Drain well so the casserole isn't watery.
  • Leftover roasted vegetables are a terrific addition too.
  • No cream of chicken? No problem, use cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup.
  • Substitute potatoes for the pasta. Chicken Bacon Ranch and Potato Casserole is delicious as well!

Storage

Refrigerate - Once cooled completely store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, covered with plastic wrap.

Freezer - This dish freezes well. Place in an airtight container, freeze up to three months.

Reheat - Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. For best results, reheat in the oven or microwave.

Chicken bacon ranch casserole in baking dish, with spoon.
Just look at that melted cheese! Best ever Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe!

Related recipes

We love great chicken casserole recipes here at Bowl Me Over. Here are some of the reader favorites and easy recipes the whole family will love!

  • Hands down Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is a meal the entire family will love. Easy to make with shredded rotisserie chicken, this is the ultimate comfort food!
  • Creamy Chicken and Potato Bake is a wonderful combination of flavors and another easy dinner recipe.
  • Cheese and Bacon Pasta Bake has all your favorites, minus the chicken!
  • Tuna Casserole Recipe - With flaky tuna, tender noodles and bright crispy peas in a creamy sauce. This great recipe is perfect comfort food bliss!
  • Leftover shredded chicken from Crockpot Chicken and Gravy would be wonderful in this recipe.
  • If you love this recipe, be sure to try Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta, the sauce is drool-worthy!

Still hungry? Find more Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes here!

Serve with

  • Both Steamed Green Beans or Steamed Brussels Sprouts would be an easy side dish.
  • Air Fryer Garlic Bread would be yummy too!
  • A batch of Strawberry Sandwich Cookies would be a perfect dessert.

Wondering what to serve with Chicken Casseroles? I have an entire list for you!

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4.67 from 3 votes

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Cream Cheese

This easy recipe has it all! It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal and will quickly become a family favorite. It's loaded with crispy bacon and cheese, even your pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds!
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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 663kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne pasta cooked and drained
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ounce packet Ranch seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 22 ounce jar homestyle Alfredo sauce
  • 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese grated, divided
  • 6 strips bacon cooked and chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Add the cooked pasta, sour cream, ranch seasoning, shredded chicken, Alfredo Sauce, chicken soup and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese to a large mixing bowl and mix well to combine evenly.
  • Grease a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray and pour the pasta mixture into the baking dish. Spread evenly.
  • Cover with foil and cook for 25 minutes covered. Then remove the foil.
  • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese, chopped bacon and some chopped green onions evenly over the top.
  • Bake, uncovered for another 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and serve while hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 663kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1375mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 486IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 195mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Heather

    October 06, 2022 at 8:15 am

    4 stars
    Sounds good but says it has cream cheese in it but does not list it in the recipe

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 06, 2022 at 8:32 am

      Sorry Heather, I mislabeled mozzarella cheese as cream cheese in the ingredient photo. That's been corrected. There is no cream cheese in this recipe. I hope you enjoy it!

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