Description
This Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, comforting casserole perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Made with tender rotisserie chicken, creamy soups, a touch of spice from ROTEL tomatoes, and lots of melted Mexican cheese blend, it combines hearty pasta with rich flavors for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 12 ounces dry spaghetti pasta (about 3/4 of the box)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup (10 ounces each, undiluted – do not add water)
- 1 can ROTEL (10 ounces, undrained)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
Cheese and Protein
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pasta: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta well and set aside for a minute to avoid clumping.
- Mix Sauce: In the same pot used for cooking the pasta, combine the cream of chicken soups, undrained ROTEL, sour cream, low sodium chicken broth, 1 cup of the Mexican cheese blend, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a creamy sauce.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Fold the cooked pasta and shredded rotisserie chicken breast into the sauce mixture until everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Mexican cheese blend evenly over the top.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole with nonstick aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the cheese on top to brown and become slightly crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting cheesy chicken spaghetti!
Notes
- This dish uses rotisserie chicken for a quick and convenient protein addition.
- The combination of cream of chicken soup and ROTEL adds both creaminess and a mild kick of spice.
- For a richer flavor, use a high-quality Mexican cheese blend that melts well.
- You can substitute cooked chicken if preferred, but rotisserie chicken adds great flavor and convenience.
- Ensure pasta is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming overly soft when baked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 454 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 651 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 76 mg
