Creamy BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole
A comforting and hearty casserole combining pasta, shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy Ranch and BBQ sauce, topped with melty cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy, Nut Free
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 15 oz whole kernel corn, drained
- 10 oz Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 7 oz diced green chiles
- 1 1/4 cups ranch dressing
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp dried minced onions
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, bacon bits, corn, Rotel tomatoes, diced green chiles, dried minced onions, and smoked paprika. Stir until mixed.
- Pour the ranch dressing and BBQ sauce over the mixture and fold until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let it rest for 2-3 minutes then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, try mixing different types of cheese. You can also adjust the spice level by adding more green chiles.
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