Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese Casserole. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken and crispy turkey bacon, this dish takes the classic mac and cheese to a whole new level with a zesty ranch twist. Perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights, this hearty casserole is not only delicious but also quick to prepare. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or swapping proteins to make it your own. Enjoy every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 slices diced turkey bacon
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 1 oz dried ranch dressing seasoning
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb dry large elbow pasta
Instructions
- Cook elbow pasta in boiling water until just shy of al dente; drain and toss with olive oil.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 3-quart baking dish.
- Cook diced turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy; remove and set aside.
- Add shredded chicken and ranch seasoning to the skillet; cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Whisk in flour, then gradually add heavy cream and half-and-half until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, half of both mozzarella and cheddar until melted; then fold in cooked pasta, chicken, and half of the turkey bacon.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish; top with remaining cheeses and turkey bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg