Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe with Cream Cheese
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time50 minutesmins
Servings: 10Servings
Calories: 451kcal
Ingredients
1tablespooncooking oil
1 ½poundsboneless skinless chicken breastscut into 1-inch pieces
½teaspoonpaprika
½teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonpepper
8ouncessmall pasta shells
8ouncesblock-style cream cheesesoftened
8ouncessour cream
1ouncepacket ranch seasoning mix
6slicescooked baconchopped and divided
8ouncesColby jack cheeseshredded off the block and divided
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F, and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over low-medium heat. Add the chicken, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink.
1 tablespoon cooking oil, 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon pepper
In the meantime, boil the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
8 ounces small pasta shells
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream and ranch seasoning.
Stir in the cooked chicken, chopped bacon (except for 1-2 tablespoons for sprinkling on top) and half of the cheese. Then, gently stir in the pasta.
6 slices cooked bacon, 8 ounces Colby jack cheese
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining bacon and cheese on top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes. Serve with freshly chopped green onions for garnish if desired.
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Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of casserole. Actual calories will vary.*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae Photography.