Description
creamy bbq ranch chicken casserole is a crowd-pleasing comfort dish that blends smoky BBQ sauce with cool ranch seasoning, tender shredded chicken, and al-dente pasta. Topped with melty shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream, it bakes to golden bubbly perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe serves six, delivers rich flavor, and pairs well with simple sides, making it an ideal family dinner option that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. Serve with fresh ice grape juice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl combine chicken, BBQ sauce, ranch seasoning, pasta, bell peppers, and sour cream. Mix well.
- Transfer to greased baking dish and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add diced jalapeño. Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for extra protein. Leftovers reheat well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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