Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a dish that brings comfort and warmth to any family gathering or cozy dinner at home. This delightful casserole combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and gooey cheese for an irresistible meal that’s ready in no time. With just 15 minutes of prep, you can easily customize it to suit your taste by swapping proteins or adding your favorite vegetables. The best part? It makes excellent leftovers, perfect for quick lunches throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup fresh bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook the chicken in a large pot over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture into the greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving with garnished green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg