What happens when you combine two favorite flavors into one cheesy casserole? The newest hit of every potluck you'll attend from here on out.
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Things You’ll Need
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1 pound pasta, any short variety
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1 pound chicken breast
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and pepper
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1/2 cup Ranch dressing
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3/4 cup barbecue sauce
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2 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded and separated
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1/2 red onion, diced
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2-3 scallions, sliced
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1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
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2 cups frozen sweet corn
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Parsley, optional
Step 1: Sauté Chicken
Use 2 tablespoons of oil plus a dash of salt and pepper to sauté chicken over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Tip
Save time by using rotisserie chicken.
Step 2: Boil Pasta
While chicken is cooking, boil a large pot of water and partially cook pasta for only 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 3: Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, barbecue sauce, Ranch dressing, corn, onion, scallions, tomatoes and 1 1/2 cups of cheese.
Step 4: Bake
Pour mixed pasta into a buttered casserole dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of Colby Jack cheese. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes.
Step 5: Serve
If you'd like, add a few sprinkles of chopped parsley on top for color and enjoy!
