Crazy Good Casserole Cheesy Chicken and Bacon Pasta Bake Recipe
This flavorful crazy good casserole cheesy chicken and bacon pasta bake recipe is a crowd-pleaser that's easy to prepare. Made with 2 boneless, 6 slices of turkey bacon, and 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 6 slices of turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded Monterrey Jack cheese (divided)
- 12 oz spiral pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove, crumble, and set aside. Reserve bacon drippings.
- In the same skillet, cook chicken pieces in bacon drippings over medium heat. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until no longer pink.
- Meanwhile, cook spiral pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In the same pot used for pasta, mix cooked pasta, chicken, both cans of cream of chicken soup, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir to combine.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish. Top with crumbled turkey bacon and the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.