Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken and zesty flavors in a creamy, cheesy base. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your tastes. With just a 15-minute prep time, you can create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In another pot, boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, shred the cooked chicken and combine it with spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture into the greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added convenience, consider using rotisserie chicken to save time on preparation. Feel free to customize by adding more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.