Ash's Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake
Ash: This is what happens when pasta stops pretending it has self-control.
Creamy. Cheesy. Bacon-y. Ranchy.
Is it healthy? No.
Is it dinner? Absolutely.
Will you regret it? Not if you have any respect for joy.
Life’s short. Eat the cheesy pasta.”
Recipe: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake
12 oz penne or rotini pasta
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Green onion, sliced, optional for topping
Cook pasta according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook bacon until crisp, then crumble it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, milk, and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Add cooked pasta, chicken, bacon, cheddar, and mozzarella. Mix until everything is coated.
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
Top with extra cheese or bacon if desired.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden.
Garnish with green onion if using. Serve warm.