Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 package 16 oz rotini pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375F 190C.
2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the heavy cream and ranch dressing mix to the skillet, stirring well. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, sauce from the skillet, and half of the shredded cheeses. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining cheeses.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
9. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
10. Kcal: 620 kcal Servings: 6 servings