Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cream cheese, bacon, 2 cups of shredded cheddar, condensed cream of chicken soup, milk and ranch dressing. Mix with an electric mixer. Add the cooked elbow macaroni and mix well.

Step 2

In a smaller bowl mix together the cracker crumbs and melted butter.

Step 3

Press chicken mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish. Top with the remaining cup of shredded cheddar and bread crumb mixture.

Step 4

Bake at 350F degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, until cheese has melted and casserole is bubbly and heated through.

Step 5

Garnish with green onion if desired.