Description
This Crazy Good Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy sauce, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. It’s a family favorite that’s easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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Chicken Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pasta:
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and pepper. Add chicken, pasta, and half of the cheese.
- Transfer to Dish: Place mixture in baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve.
Notes
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator or freezer before baking.
- For added variety, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or steamed broccoli.
- Chicken can be substituted with turkey or ham for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
