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Loaded Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese Casserole

Loaded Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese Casserole

Cost $20, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 45 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 2 boxes white Cheddar macaroni and cheese

  • Dairy

    • 4 ounces cream cheese
    • 6 tablespoons butter
    • 🥛 3/4 cup milk
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 4 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded

  • Seasoning

    • 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Protein

    • 2 cups cooked chicken
    • 🥓 8 slices bacon

  • Vegetables

    • 1 (12 ounce) package broccoli florets
    • 1/2 cup green onions

  • Toppings

    • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.

2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook just until al dente, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain; return macaroni to the pot.

3

Stir in cream cheese, 4 tablespoons butter, milk, and powdered cheese packets included in mac and cheese box until well combined. Stir in sour cream, 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese, and ranch mix until combined.

4

Add in chicken, broccoli, and bacon. Reserve 2 tablespoons green onions and stir in remaining green onions. Pour mixture into a lightly greased casserole dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

5

Melt remaining butter and add to a small bowl with panko and pepper. Stir to combine and sprinkle mixture evenly over casserole.

6

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle with reserved green onions.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

707

Calories

  • 28
    Protein
  • 53
    Carbs
  • 43
    Fats

💡 For added crispiness, use an additional layer of cheese on top before baking.You can substitute roasted turkey or ham for chicken if preferred.Prepare the casserole in advance and refrigerate it overnight for easy oven preparation the next day.