Description
This Easy Crack Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food recipe—perfect for a quick dinner, an easy meal prep idea, or a hearty potluck favorite. Loaded with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheese, tender pasta, and a creamy ranch-flavored sauce, this baked casserole hits all the right notes. It’s one of those dinner ideas you’ll want to keep in your weekly rotation, whether you’re feeding a hungry family or stocking up your freezer. Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor—this is an easy recipe you don’t want to miss.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
12 oz medium pasta shells
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbled
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional
1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
Instructions
1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente then drain and set aside
2. In a saucepan over medium heat combine cream cheese and milk and stir until smooth
3. Add ranch seasoning sour cream cheddar and mozzarella then mix until creamy
4. In a large bowl combine pasta chicken sauce and half the bacon
5. Transfer mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly
6. Top with remaining cheese and bacon
7. Bake at 350°F 175°C for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden
8. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for a crisp cheesy top if desired
9. Let the casserole rest 5 minutes then garnish and serve
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting and better flavor
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking so it sets properly
Add vegetables like broccoli spinach or peas to make the dish more balanced
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg