Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Don’t worry if you don’t have every ingredient on hand. Swap in your favorite pasta shape, or use turkey bacon if you prefer. And if you’re running low on ranch dressing, a quick mix of sour cream, mayo, and a sprinkle of ranch seasoning can do wonders.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and set aside.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, milk, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the mixture, stirring to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the pasta.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake, recipe, cooking, food
