Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake, a delightful casserole that brings warmth and joy to any occasion. This easy-to-make dish features tender spaghetti enveloped in a luscious ranch-flavored creamy sauce, complemented by shredded chicken and crispy bacon. Ideal for family dinners or potlucks, this recipe is sure to impress with its cheesy goodness and hearty satisfaction. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can master this crowd-pleaser effortlessly. Elevate your meal experience with this comforting classic that’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the cooked chicken, 1½ cups cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and spaghetti until well combined.
- Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish; top with remaining cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg