Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake is a decadent and comforting casserole that combines tender pasta, juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its rich flavors and cheesy goodness, this pasta bake is sure to become a new favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheese (1 cup cheddar, 1 cup mozzarella)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, sauté diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper over medium heat until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Cook chopped bacon in the same skillet until crispy (4-5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, ranch dressing, sautéed chicken, and bacon until well-coated.
- Fold in fresh spinach and half of the cheese mixture.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg