thern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Irresistible Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole. Packed with flavors and easy to make, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Spaghetti:
- 8 oz spaghetti
Cheese Mixture:
- 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.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Assemble Casserole: 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, Southern Chicken Casserole, Cheesy Chicken Casserole
