Description
Get ready to indulge in this deliciously comforting Crack Chicken Casserole Recipe, perfect for any weeknight dinner! This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch flavor, creating a hearty meal that your whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (1-ounce) package Ranch Seasoning Mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 pounds chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 8 ounces shell pasta
- 6 slices bacon (cooked until crisp and chopped)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (freshly shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, salt, and pepper; mix until combined.
- Fold in chicken pieces until evenly coated with the mixture. Transfer to the prepared dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Cook shell pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Stir baked chicken mixture; fold in cooked pasta and bacon. Add half of the shredded cheeses and mix until melted.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until bubbly. Broil on high for about 3 minutes for a golden finish.
- Garnish with green onions if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Customize by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. For extra crunch, consider topping with crushed crackers before broiling.