Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Recipe

This chicken bacon ranch casserole combines shredded chicken, pasta, and a ranch-seasoned Alfredo sauce for a rich, hearty dish. Swiss cheese and crisp bacon add savory flavor throughout.
By Charlotte Everly-James
May 2, 2025
chicken bacon ranch casserole

Stuff You Need

  • 1 lb. cooked chicken meat (shredded or cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 lb. pasta
  • 1 (16 oz.) jar Alfredo sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning
  • ¼ cup bacon bits (or 4 strips cooked and chopped)
  • 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (divided in half)
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley (optional)

Mix the Sauce Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, ranch seasoning, Swiss cheese (reserve 1 cup), bacon (reserve a few bits for topping), and sour cream.

Stir until everything is well mixed.

Add Chicken and Pasta

Add the cooked chicken and boiled pasta to the bowl.

Toss to coat evenly with the sauce mixture.

Assemble the Casserole

Lightly grease a 9″ x 13″ baking dish.

Pour the chicken and pasta mixture into the dish.

Top with the remaining Swiss cheese and reserved bacon bits.

Bake and Serve

Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is golden on top.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

chicken bacon ranch casserole

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

This chicken bacon ranch casserole combines shredded chicken, pasta, and a ranch-seasoned Alfredo sauce for a rich, hearty dish. Swiss cheese and crisp bacon add savory flavor throughout.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. cooked chicken meat shredded or cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 lb. pasta
  • 1 16 oz. jar Alfredo sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning
  • ¼ cup bacon bits or 4 strips cooked and chopped
  • 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese divided in half
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix Alfredo sauce, sour cream, ranch seasoning, bacon, and 1 cup Swiss cheese. Add pasta and chicken, stirring to combine.
  • Transfer to the baking dish and top with remaining Swiss cheese and bacon bits.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and beginning to brown. Garnish with parsley and serve.

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