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Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Indulgent Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Bliss

Enjoy the heartwarming Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a must-try dish that blends creamy chicken with al dente spaghetti for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Cook until al dente
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken recommended
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 10 oz Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Drain well
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese For sauce and topping
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential for flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Additional Cheddar Cheese For topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the spaghetti thoroughly and set it aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, drained Rotel diced tomatoes, sour cream, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
  5. Mix in 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese along with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the sauce mixture. Combine well.
  6. Gently fold in your shredded chicken, evenly coating with the creamy sauce.
  7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  8. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese generously over the top of the casserole.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  11. Allow the casserole to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use al dente spaghetti to maintain texture. Drain the spaghetti well to prevent excess moisture.

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