Cheesy Chicken Turkey Bacon Indulgent Cavatappi Bake Delight
Cheesy Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Cavatappi Bake with Cream Cheese is a decadent and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, savory turkey bacon, and creamy cheese in a delightful pasta bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cavatappi pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, turkey bacon, cream cheese, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, you can add some diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the mix.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Cavatappi Bake, Cream Cheese, Cavatappi Bake, Indulgent Pasta Dish