Description
This Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole brings together tender chicken, flavorful spices, and gooey cheddar cheese in a comforting casserole dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the chicken in a large pot over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Cook Spaghetti: Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Casserole: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.
Notes
- You can add diced tomatoes or jalapenos for an extra kick.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite spices or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: spicy, cheesy, chicken spaghetti casserole, Southern cuisine, comfort food
