Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole. This delightful dish layers tender chicken with zesty spices and rich cheddar cheese, making it an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
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) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook chicken in a large pot over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through. Shred the chicken once cooled.
- Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with green onions and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg