Click for Cookbook LOGIN
"Do not overcook this dish. Most seafoods...should be simply threatened with heat and then celebrated with joy."--Jeff Smith, The Frugal Gourmet

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake Recipe

  Tried it? Rate this Recipe:
 

 

This recipe for Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake is from The Landrum Family Cookbook Project, one of the cookbooks created at FamilyCookbookProject.com. We'll help you start your own personal cookbook! It's easy and fun. Click here to start your own cookbook!
Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
8 ounces pasta (penne)
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup chopped green peppers
1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 - 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped, cooked bacon
1 cup chopped spinach leaves
1 - 12 ounce can evaporated milk
2 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
Directions:
Cook the pasta according to the package directions for al dente pasta. Drain and pour back into saucepan. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and toss. Cover and set aside.
Saute the onions and peppers in 1 Tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic, tomatoes, chicken, bacon, and spinach to the pan. Saute until the spinach leaves start to wilt. Pour the mixture into the pan with the pasta and stir. Cover and set aside again.
Heat the milk, ranch dressing, and 2 cups pepper jack cheese until the cheese melts and becomes creamy. Stir in the noodles and chicken mixture. Spoon into a greased 8x8 baking dish. Top with the remaining pepper jack cheese and cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Broil for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese. Keep a close eye on it while broiling. Serve hot. Makes 6 servings.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
1 hour

 

 

 

Learn more about the process to create a cookbook -- or
Start your own personal family cookbook right now!  Here's to good eating!

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!

 

 

 

47W  

Cookbooks are great for Holiday Gifts, Wedding Gifts, Bridal Shower ideas and Family Reunions!

*Recipes and photos entered into the Family Cookbook Project are provided by the submitting contributors. All rights are retained by the contributor. Please contact us if you believe copyright violations have occurred.

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!