Bacon Chicken Ranch Casserole

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook them in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Once cooked, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
3. Cook Bacon: In the same skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Once cooked, crumble it into small pieces.
4. Prepare Pasta: Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. Mix Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
6. Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and cooked macaroni to the bowl with the sauce. Mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
7. Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown.
9. Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
10. Enjoy: Serve this delicious Bacon Chicken Ranch Casserole hot, and savor the delightful combination of flavors!

Note: Customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick.