Cheese Chicken Casserole

2c. cooked chicken, cut into bite size pieces

8 oz. elbow pasta, cooked and drained

8 oz. cream cheese, softened

1 1/2 c. sour cream

1 c. milk

1 oz. dry ranch dressing mix (1 packet, or 3 T. from large container)

1 c. real bacon pieces

2 c. colby jack cheese, shredded & divided

1 t. garlic powder

1 t. paprika, I use McCormick's maple bacon sugar seasoning

1 t. salt

1/2 t. pepper

1/2 t. onion powder

1/2 c. green onions, diced, optional

Preheat oven to 375. Spray 9x13 dish. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, milk, dry ranch dressing, and seasonings with mixer until smooth. Stir in bacon, chicken, and 1 c. shredded cheese. Add pasta and mix well. Place in dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Bake 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle with more bacon and green onions. Serve with Caesar salad and bread.