Description

This comforting baked chicken spaghetti casserole combines tender shredded chicken, al dente spaghetti, creamy soup mixtures, and sharp cheddar cheese for a rich and satisfying meal. Enhanced with Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, this dish offers a slight hint of spice and bold flavor, perfect for a hearty family dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Pasta

3 cups shredded chicken
16 ounces spaghetti (broken in half)

Soup Mixture

1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1 can (10.5 ounces) Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
1 cup chicken broth

Cheese

3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, meaning it should be slightly firm to the bite. Drain and set aside.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, 2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, and chicken broth. Stir until well blended. Then fold in the shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti gently until everything is evenly mixed.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a 9×13 inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the top for a cheesy crust.
Bake: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the edges are bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add diced onions or garlic to the soup mixture before assembling.
If you prefer a spicier dish, consider using a spicier version of Rotel or adding chopped jalapeños.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This casserole can be frozen before baking; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then bake as instructed.
To make it gluten-free, substitute gluten-free spaghetti and verify that soups used are gluten-free.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: baked chicken spaghetti, casserole, comfort food, creamy chicken pasta, cheesy spaghetti bake