Description
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender chicken, perfectly cooked spaghetti, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce. It’s baked to bubbly perfection and is always a hit at the dinner table. Whether I’m feeding a crowd or prepping a hearty family dinner, this casserole never disappoints.
Ingredients
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- Spaghetti noodles
- Cream of chicken soup
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel)
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Onion, finely chopped (optional)
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- Butter (for greasing or sautéing onion)
- Milk or chicken broth (optional, for thinning the sauce if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and most of the shredded cheddar cheese. If using onions, sauté them in butter until soft, then mix into the bowl.
- Combine Spaghetti: Stir in the cooked spaghetti until well coated. If too thick, add a splash of milk or chicken broth to loosen.
- Prepare Casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spread evenly, and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let Sit: Allow to sit for a few minutes before serving to set nicely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
