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Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake

Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake: Ultimate Comfort in Every Bite

This Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender spaghetti with savory chicken and a rich cream sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti cooked al dente
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 oz Ranch Seasoning Mix 1 packet
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
For the Protein and Cheeses
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken e.g., rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese divided
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
For the Topping
  • 6 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in shredded chicken, 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and cooked spaghetti until well-coated.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly and topping with remaining cheddar and crumbled bacon.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix thoroughly to ensure no dry spots. Allow to rest for improved texture. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.

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