Crack Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 block cream cheese
8-ounce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 package Ranch Seasoning Mix
1-ounce
- 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
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2
Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until easily spreadable, then add the sour cream, ranch dressing mix, salt, and pepper and continue to mix until fully combined.
- 3
Add the chicken to the cream cheese mixture and mix until coated. Transfer the chicken to the prepared oven-safe casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- 4
In the meantime, boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the oven and stir gently. Fold in the pasta and cooked bacon, then add half of the shredded cheese and stir until melted. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- 6
Bake for 5-10 minutes, then broil on high for 3 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- 7
Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Crack Chicken Casserole
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate weeknight comfort food that disappears fast? This irresistible Crack Chicken Casserole delivers on all fronts, offering a satisfying, hearty meal your whole family will adore.
What makes this casserole truly shine is the harmonious blend of creamy, cheesy goodness with savory bacon and tender chicken. The unique combination of softened cream cheese, sour cream, and a packet of Ranch Seasoning Mix creates a rich, flavorful sauce that coats every piece of juicy chicken and shell pasta, elevating a simple casserole to a family favorite.
Prepare for a dish that is deeply comforting and incredibly flavorful. Each bite offers tender chunks of chicken, perfectly cooked shell pasta, and bursts of salty, crisp bacon, all enveloped in a luxurious, creamy, and cheesy sauce. The sharp cheddar and mozzarella meld together to form a golden-brown topping, while the Ranch seasoning adds that signature tangy, savory kick. It's the kind of hearty meal that brings warmth and smiles to the dinner table.
This casserole is wonderfully adaptable. Feel free to swap the chicken breast for pre-cooked chicken, like rotisserie chicken, for an even quicker prep. You could experiment with different pasta shapes like penne or rotini, or even vary the cheeses by adding some Colby Jack for extra creaminess.
Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a potluck, this Crack Chicken Casserole is a complete meal on its own. Serve it alongside a simple green salad to cut through the richness, or with some crusty bread for soaking up every last bit of that delicious sauce.