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Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake

Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake: Your New Family Favorite Casserole

Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake is a comforting casserole blending Southern flavors with cheesy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights and potluck gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 oz Ranch Seasoning Mix packet
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese divided
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 6 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley optional
  • 1 package Spaghetti for the base
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken substitute with rotisserie chicken for convenience

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the spaghetti in salted water until al dente for about 8–10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. Mix the softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. Fold in cooked shredded chicken, 1½ cups of cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and drained spaghetti until combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving, garnishing with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. You can assemble ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

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