Creamy Ranch Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a velvety cream sauce all mingling together with spaghetti.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6servings
Equipment
Large Skillet
Large Pot
Mixing Bowl
9x13 inch Baking Dish
Ingredients
Bacon
8stripsbaconCooked until crispy
Pasta
16ouncesspaghettiCook according to package instructions
Creamy Sauce
10.5ouncescream of chicken soup
8ouncescream cheeseSoftened
1cupsour cream
1ounceranch dressing mix1 packet
1cupmilk
Chicken
3cupscooked chickenChopped or shredded
Cheese
8ouncescheddar cheeseShredded, divided
Garnish
to tastefresh parsleyFinely chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cool, chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, and milk. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 4: To the pot with the cooked spaghetti, add the chopped or shredded chicken, cooked bacon, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the creamy sauce over the mixture and stir until well coated.
Step 5: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and pour the spaghetti mixture into the dish. Spread it out evenly and top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 6: Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, with slightly golden edges.
Step 7: Once baked, let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using smoked bacon or turkey bacon. You can also add vegetables for a nutritional boost or use rotisserie chicken to save time.