Chicken Bacon Ranch Macaroni

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded (grilled, baked, or rotisserie)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
• For the Macaroni:
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• Garnish (Optional):
  • Chopped parsley or green onions