Description
This Cheesy Spaghetti Chicken Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It’s made with simple ingredients like cooked chicken, spaghetti, and a creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
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- 8–12 ounces spaghetti, uncooked
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 red or green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Cook Pasta: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 casserole pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. In a large pot of lightly salted water, cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package directions until al dente or softer, depending on preference. Drain the spaghetti in a colander when done, but do not rinse it, and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, sour cream, parmesan cheese, diced bell pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Add Pasta: Gently fold the cooked spaghetti noodles into the chicken mixture until it’s evenly distributed.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, making sure to spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the casserole. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is golden brown. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Noodles: You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe, such as penne or rotini.
- Chicken: You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
- Bell Pepper: Make sure to cut the bell pepper into really small pieces so they have time to soften slightly during the shorter cook time.
- Cheese: Use any variety of cheese you want! Pepper Jack for some spice, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or white cheddar cheese. For a cheesier casserole, use closer to 2 cups.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
