Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake

This Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake is a comforting dish featuring warm cheddar, shredded chicken, and a creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Casserole, Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food, Southern

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Pasta and Chicken

12 oz spaghetti
2 cups cooked shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Sauce Mixture

8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 oz ranch seasoning mix Adds a herby tang.
1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for extra flavor.
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Toppings

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided) Sharp cheddar works beautifully.
0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Crispy bacon adds a salty crunch.
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional) For garnish.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the spaghetti until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until silky and even.
Fold in the shredded chicken, 1½ cups of cheddar, Parmesan, and the drained spaghetti. Mix gently until everything is coated.

Baking

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar on top and scatter crumbled bacon evenly.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

For a heartier meal, serve with gravy-smothered meat. Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep. Add milk or extra sour cream if the casserole appears dry.