Cheesy and rich, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pierogi Casserole is a simple meal that only takes minutes of prep! This easy recipe is a great weeknight dinner loaded with bacon and Alfredo sauce.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ You'll only need a handful of simple ingredients.
✔️ The easy pierogi casserole only minutes of prep.
✔️ This can be made ahead in the morning (refrigerate). Then, baked when you get home from work. Bonus? Leftovers freeze great!
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Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- cheddar cheese pierogies
- jarred Alfredo sauce
- cream cheese
- cream, whole milk or evaporated milk, sour cream will also work in a pinch!
- cooked chicken
- crispy bacon crumbles
- Ranch dressing mix or Italian seasoning mix
- Colby Jack cheese
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Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Pre heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ranch dressing, cream cheese, milk, half the bacon and the jar of Alfredo sauce.
- Add cooked chicken and thawed pierogies to the creamy bacon cheese sauce. Stir to combine. Spoon the pirogi chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon crumbles.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- If desired, place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Equipment
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FAQ's
You can make this casserole if you forget to thaw the pierogis. Add 5-10 minutes to the cooking time. Bake until hot and bubbly.
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Test kitchen tips
- Make sure this is plenty saucy before baking. You never want to serve a dry casserole!
- Adding a can of cream of mushroom soup to the casserole dish along with a can of sliced mushrooms (drained) is a great variation.
- If you prefer crispy pierogis, fry them first in a little butter until golden brown.
Variations
- Top with French fried onions for a crispy topping!
- Adding fresh broccoli florets or frozen broccoli will make mealtime easier.
- Do you prefer a creamier sauce? Add a can of cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken soup with ¼ cup of chicken broth. (Do not dilute the soup with water.)
Storage
Refrigerate - Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to three days.
Freezer - This dish freezes great! Place in an airtight container and freeze up to three months.
Reheat - You can reheat this in the oven or microwave (use a microwave safe container). I prefer to use the oven as it will re-crisp the bacon a bit.
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More chicken casserole recipes
Still hungry for a great chicken casserole? You've come to the right place. Here are some of my favorite casseroles on the blog!
- Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole - this easy dinner is a great meal!
- Next time, try the Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Bake!
- The Chicken Spaghetti Recipe is the most popular on the blog. It's rich and cheesy with just the right amount of spice.
- Lemon Pepper Chicken Casserole - light and lemony, the oven does all the work!
- Move over, mac and cheese! The Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe is a true comfort food classic.
Serve with
- You'll want a light side dish light Steamed Green Beans or Steamed Brussels Sprouts. A simple green salad would also be delicious!
- Crispy toasty Air Fryer Garlic Bread is a must make! (Unless it's October, then mix it up by making Halloween Garlic Bread!)
- And for dessert, this Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe is delicious, enjoy!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pierogi Casserole
Ingredients
- 16 ounce package frozen cheddar cheese pierogies, thawed
- 15 ounce jar Alfredo sauce
- 2 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- ½ cup cream or whole milk
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- ¼ cup bacon crumbles about four strips of bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon Ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the ranch dressing, half the bacon bits, cream cheese, milk, and Alfredo sauce. Whisk together the creamy sauce to combine.
- Add cooked chicken and thawed pierogies. Stir to combine with the sauce/cream cheese mixture. Spoon the pierogi mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with shredded cheese and remaining bacon crumbles.
- Place in the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- If desired, place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese. Serve and enjoy!
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? Can this casserole be frozen
Bowl Me Over
Yes, the pierogi casserole freezes really well, enjoy!