Description
This Crazy Good Casserole is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, loaded with crispy bacon and tender chicken, all baked together in one bubbling, golden dish. It’s the kind of easy dinner you crave on a busy weeknight, and perfect for quick breakfast leftovers or dinner ideas the whole family will love. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, this easy recipe will become your go-to meal for cozy evenings or potluck gatherings. Whether you’re searching for hearty food ideas or a satisfying main course, this dish checks every box.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken
12 oz rotini pasta
6 slices bacon
2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar blend)
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the pasta in salted water until just under al dente. Drain well.
3. In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
4. In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Add pasta, chicken, half of the bacon, and half of the cheese to the bowl. Mix thoroughly.
6. Pour mixture into baking dish and spread evenly.
7. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and creamy texture.
To make it lighter, substitute turkey bacon and low-fat sour cream.
Add steamed broccoli or spinach for an extra veggie boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg