This is one of our all time faves in our house. I never need to worry about leftovers
Savor the culinary delight of Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Spaghetti Casserole – a flavorful masterpiece from Cooktop Cove. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the savory goodness of bacon, succulent chicken, and the creamy richness of ranch dressing. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
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Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Thick-cut bacon | 6 slices |
Dried spaghetti | 2 cups, broken in half |
Cooked chicken | 2 cups, cubed or shredded |
Heavy cream | 1 cup |
Ranch dressing | 1/2 cup |
Light cream cheese (softened) | 1/4 cup |
Mozzarella cheese (shredded) | 1/2 cup (for mixture) + remaining for topping |
Fresh parsley (chopped) | 3 tablespoons |
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease a 9″ x 13″ casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Bacon:
- Place 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a cold frying pan.
- Cook over medium heat for approximately 8 minutes or until the bacon is crisp.
- Transfer the crispy bacon to a plate lined with a paper towel.
- Prepare Spaghetti:
- Cook 2 cups of dried spaghetti according to the package instructions.
- Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
- Create Chicken Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cooked and cubed/shredded chicken, 1/4 cup of softened light cream cheese, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of ranch dressing, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Stir the mixture until the cheese is melted, and all ingredients are well combined.
- Assemble Casserole:
- Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Crumble the cooked bacon on top as well.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and hot throughout.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Just before serving, sprinkle the casserole with finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy:
- Take the casserole out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and then serve.
- Enjoy the delightful flavors of Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Spaghetti Casserole!