Description
A creamy, cheesy, and deliciously comforting dish that combines macaroni, chicken, and ranch flavors for an irresistible meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10.75-oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (1-oz) packet ranch dressing mix
- 1½ cups cooked, chopped chicken
- ½ cup cooked, crumbled turkey bacon
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook macaroni: Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar, mozzarella, ranch dressing mix, chopped chicken, crumbled turkey bacon, shredded sharp cheddar, and milk. Mix until well combined.
- Add macaroni: Fold in the cooked macaroni until fully coated with the mixture.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the chicken with rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
- You can add vegetables like broccoli or peas for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg