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Crack Chicken Casserole

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crack Chicken Casserole is a creamy and flavorful dish loaded with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, pasta, and green onions. It’s a comforting and indulgent meal that is sure to satisfy your cravings.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus additional for topping
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
  • 1 cup pasta, cooked and drained (rotini or penne)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and pasta.
  3. Transfer to a casserole dish: Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with additional cheddar cheese.
  4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can add other ingredients like diced tomatoes, jalapenos, or bell peppers for extra flavor.
  • This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg