Description
A comforting and flavorful casserole featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and al dente spaghetti with a spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup fresh bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the chicken breasts in a large pot over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Shred the chicken with two forks.
- Boil salted water in another pot and cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes; then drain.
- Mix the shredded chicken, spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- Prepare a greased casserole dish by pouring in the mixture and topping with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve.
Notes
Customize with additional vegetables or adjust spice levels to fit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, spaghetti, southern, cheesy, comfort food