Chicken Ranch Pasta Bake

This Chicken Ranch Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food! Creamy, cheesy, and full of ranch-seasoned flavor, it combines juicy shredded chicken, tender pasta, and crispy bacon in a bubbling casserole dish that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a hearty weekend meal. It’s kid-approved, crowd-pleasing, and so easy to make ahead for busy nights.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6-8

Ingredients

12 oz rotini or penne pasta
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
2 green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil or non-stick spray (for greasing)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
Stir in shredded chicken, half of the cheddar and mozzarella, and cooked pasta.
Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, followed by crumbled bacon.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving if desired.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with a simple green salad or steamed veggies like broccoli or green beans. Garlic bread also pairs perfectly!

Tips:

Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
You can swap cream of chicken with cream of mushroom or cream of bacon for different flavors.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
This dish freezes well — just assemble, cover tightly, and freeze before baking.

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