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Crack Chicken Casserole

Crack Chicken Casserole

Crack Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled dish that your family will love, perfect for comfort food cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 988 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • electric hand mixer

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken

  • 12 ounces bowtie pasta uncooked
  • 3 cups cooked and shredded boneless skinless chicken

Sauces and Seasonings

  • 1 package cream cheese softened, 8 ounces
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing 1 ounce
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 cup cooked and chopped bacon
  • 1.5 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese divided

Garnish

  • green onion for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, onion powder, and pepper. Mix to combine using an electric hand mixer.
  • Pour in the half and half and mix until incorporated.
  • Fold in the cooked chicken, cooked pasta, cooked and chopped bacon, and 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese.
  • Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared dish. Top with the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Top with diced green onions and more chopped bacon for garnish if desired!

Notes

This casserole is perfect for family dinners and has a rich, creamy flavor that everyone will enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 988kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 45gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 721mgPotassium: 759mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1255IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 371mgIron: 2mg
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