Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake Recipe
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Author:jamal
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in this Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake thats creamy flavorful ampamp perfect for weeknight dinners Try it today 154 chars
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz. of penne pasta
2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded or diced
6 slices of crispy bacon, crumbled
1 cup of ranch dressing
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup of mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup of green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon of olive oil (optional for sautéing)
Instructions
Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
Cook the bacon until crispy and crumble it. If using raw chicken, cook it in a skillet with olive oil until fully cooked.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and sliced green onions. Stir until coated.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Let the pasta bake sit for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
A delicious and comforting pasta dish featuring chicken, bacon, and ranch, perfect for busy weeknights.
