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Ranch Pizza Casserole Recipe

Ranch Pizza Casserole Recipe

Creamy ranch meets cheesy pizza in a cozy baked casserole packed with chicken, bacon, and classic toppings. It’s weeknight-friendly comfort with big flavor.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz dried short pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cup cooked chopped chicken
  • 0.5 cup cooked crumbled bacon
  • 3 oz pepperoni slices
  • 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 0.33 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 0.33 cup sliced black olives, drained
  • 0.75 cup ranch dressing
  • 0.5 cup pizza sauce
  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Boil pasta in salted water until just shy of al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
  • Warm cream cheese, ranch, and pizza sauce in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Combine pasta, chicken, bell pepper, onion, olives, half the mozzarella, half the cheddar, half the bacon, and half the pepperoni in a large bowl.
  • Pour the warm ranch sauce over the mixture and toss until everything is coated.
  • Spread into the prepared dish. Top with remaining cheeses, pepperoni, and bacon. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if using.
  • Bake until bubbling and lightly browned on top, 22–25 minutes. Broil 1–2 minutes for extra color if desired.
  • Rest 10 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Variation: Swap the chicken for cooked Italian sausage or use half ranch and half buffalo sauce for a spicy twist. Add mushrooms or jalapeños for extra bite. Make-ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate; add 5–10 minutes to bake time. Leftovers keep 3–4 days in the fridge and reheat well at 350°F.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Ranch Pizza Casserole Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.