Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese Casserole
Indulge in the creamy delight of Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese Casserole, a comforting twist on a classic favorite. This family-friendly dish combines al dente elbow macaroni with savory shredded chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and a zesty ranch-infused cheese sauce. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in, this casserole promises to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With simple preparation steps and mouthwatering flavors, you’ll find yourself making this recipe time and again.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb dry large elbow pasta
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups half and half
- 1 oz package dried ranch dressing seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 10 slices turkey bacon, diced
- 3 cups shredded chicken
Instructions
- Boil the pasta until just under al dente; drain and toss with olive oil.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and butter a 3-quart baking dish.
- Cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crisp; set aside.
- Sauté chicken with ranch seasoning in the same skillet for a few minutes.
- Prepare the cream sauce by cooking garlic in butter, adding flour, then whisking in cream until thick.
- Stir in cheeses until melted, then mix in pasta and chicken mixture.
- Transfer to baking dish, top with remaining cheeses and bacon, then bake for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg