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Pioneer Woman Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Pioneer Woman Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

This creamy Chicken Pasta Casserole is an easy and nutritious meal perfect for busy nights. Packed with tender rotini and rotisserie chicken, it’s a quick dish that brings comfort to your table. Feel free to use common ingredients and enjoy the crispy mozzarella topping that makes every bite irresistible!

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Ingredients Needed:

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 (8-oz.) package of cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 (1 oz) packet of dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 8 oz. rotini pasta, cooked
  • 4 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
  • 4 oz. diced pimentos, drained
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion, plus more for serving

How To Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole:

  1. Preheat and cook bacon: Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a 12-inch skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat, stirring often until crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set it aside. Leave the drippings in the pan.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the bacon drippings and cook, stirring often, until softened about 5 minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese, milk, ranch seasoning mix, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Stir until the mixture is smooth, then remove from heat.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the ranch mixture, cooked pasta, chopped chicken, pimentos, and 1/2 cup of sliced green onion until everything is well combined.
  4. Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to a 13-by-9-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the cooked bacon evenly on top, followed by the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy. Let it cool slightly before serving.
  6. Garnish and serve: Top with extra sliced green onions just before serving.
Pioneer Woman Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Pioneer Woman Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Recipe Tips

  • Cook the bacon crispy: Crispy bacon adds a perfect crunch to the dish, so don’t undercook it.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience: It saves time and adds flavor to the casserole.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is smooth: Whisk the cream cheese well so the sauce has a creamy texture.
  • Try adding veggies: Add 4 cups of spinach in step 3 or 2 cups of broccoli florets with the pasta for extra nutrition.
  • Golden and bubbly: Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbly for the best texture.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

  • Storing: Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through, or microwave in intervals until hot.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 630
  • Fat: 37 g
  • Saturated fat: 17 g
  • Cholesterol: 165 mg
  • Sodium: 1040 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Protein: 40 g

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Pioneer Woman Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Author: Mohamed Shili Cooking Method:Stovetop And Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Dinner Recipe Keys: C Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time: 30 minutesRest time: 5 minutesTotal time: 50 minutesServings:6 servingsCalories:630 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

This creamy Chicken Pasta Casserole is an easy and nutritious meal perfect for busy nights. Packed with tender rotini and rotisserie chicken, it’s a quick dish that brings comfort to your table. Feel free to use common ingredients and enjoy the crispy mozzarella topping that makes every bite irresistible!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat and cook bacon: Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a 12-inch skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat, stirring often until crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set it aside. Leave the drippings in the pan.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the bacon drippings and cook, stirring often, until softened about 5 minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese, milk, ranch seasoning mix, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Stir until the mixture is smooth, then remove from heat.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the ranch mixture, cooked pasta, chopped chicken, pimentos, and 1/2 cup of sliced green onion until everything is well combined.
  4. Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to a 13-by-9-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the cooked bacon evenly on top, followed by the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy. Let it cool slightly before serving.
  6. Garnish and serve: Top with extra sliced green onions just before serving.

Notes

  • Cook the bacon crispy: Crispy bacon adds a perfect crunch to the dish, so don’t undercook it.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience: It saves time and adds flavor to the casserole.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is smooth: Whisk the cream cheese well so the sauce has a creamy texture.
  • Try adding veggies: Add 4 cups of spinach in step 3 or 2 cups of broccoli florets with the pasta for extra nutrition.
  • Golden and bubbly: Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbly for the best texture.
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