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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole combines penne pasta, fresh broccoli, chicken breast, and sharp cheddar cheese in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy bacon.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices bacon
  • 12 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
  • 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped into florets
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast
  • 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • Chopped fresh chives, for serving

Instructions

  • Cook bacon until crispy, drain and crumble.
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli florets in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Add garlic powder, onion powder, dill weed, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
  • Stir in chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, pasta, and broccoli. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • Top with remaining cheese and crumbled bacon.
  • Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with chives.

Notes

  • You can use white penne or any short pasta shape if desired.
  • Substitute other vegetables for broccoli as needed.

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