2poundsbonelessskinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1poundbaconcooked and crumbled
110.5-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
1cupsour cream
1cupmayonnaise
1packet dry ranch dressing mixabout 1 ounce or 2 tablespoons
2cupsshredded cheddar cheesedivided
1cupmozzarella cheese
1poundpastasuch as rotini, penne, or shells, cooked according to package instructions and drained (optional)
3-4green onionssliced (for garnish)
Salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Mix Casserole Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, dry ranch dressing mix, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and all the mozzarella cheese. If you're including pasta, mix it in as well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Casserole:
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top has melted and turned slightly golden.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish the baked casserole with sliced green onions before serving.