Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Quick, easy, and delicious—this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta combines smoky bacon, tender chicken, and rich Alfredo sauce in one irresistible bake.
Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta cooked
- 6 slices of bacon cooked and chopped
- 15 ounces Alfredo sauce 1 jar
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup ranch dressing either homemade or store-bought
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened and cubed
- 2½ cups cooked chicken shredded
- Fresh parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or oil. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, cream cheese, and ranch dressing. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Scatter the chopped bacon across the top of the pasta mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.