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Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake

Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake: Your New Comfort Food Crave

Experience the comforting flavors of Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake, perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti or substitute with penne or rotini
For the Filling
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken is a convenient option
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese ensure it's softened for easy mixing
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup can swap with cream of mushroom
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix homemade ranch can elevate the flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic for fresher taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese consider a mix of cheeses for complexity
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be used as a substitute
For the Crunchy Element
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon turkey bacon is a lighter option
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley optional for presentation

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes), then drain.
  3. Combine softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until creamy.
  4. Fold in cooked chicken, 1.5 cups shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, and spaghetti until well coated.
  5. Spread the mixture in the greased baking dish and top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Soften cream cheese before mixing, and cook spaghetti just al dente to prevent mushiness.

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