BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole

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BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole is an easy pasta bake loaded with tender chicken, cheese, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and tossed in a creamy ranch and tangy BBQ sauce.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Course: Casseroles, Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken casseroles, chicken recipes, easy dinner recipe

Servings: servings

Calories: 750kcal

Author: Alison McFadden

Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breast thin sliced
1 lb. rotini pasta
1 15 oz. can of whole kernel corn drained
3 roma tomatoes chopped
½ cup red onion diced
2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup ranch dressing
1 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 ℉. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking stray and set aside.
Heat a little oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfers to a large mixing bowl.
Add the cooked chicken, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese.
Pour in the ranch dressing and BBQ sauce. Stir until everything is evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Recipe Tips

Slightly undercook the pasta since it will continue cooking in the oven.
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before servings so it sets up nicely.
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting results.
If mixture seems dry before baking, add a little extra ranch dressing.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat individual portions in the microwaves or warm the entire casserole at 350 ℉ until heated through.

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