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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Recipe

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Recipe

This Chicken Spaghetti Casserole combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful pasta for a comforting, hearty dish. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or make-ahead meals, this recipe is versatile and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Casserole, Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken cut into 8 pieces
  • 1 lb thin spaghetti broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 1/8 to 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp seasoned salt
  • 2 cans 10.75 oz each cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth reserved from cooking the chicken

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook Chicken: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add chicken pieces and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 30-45 minutes until tender. Remove chicken and reserve 2 cups of broth. Allow chicken to cool, then remove skin and shred the meat to yield about 2 cups.
  • Cook Spaghetti: In the same pot, cook the spaghetti in the reserved chicken broth until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese, green and red bell peppers, onion, seasoned salt, cayenne pepper, and additional salt and black pepper to taste. Add 1 cup of reserved broth, and mix gently to moisten, adding more if needed.
  • Assemble Casserole: Transfer mixture to a casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Bake or Store: Bake immediately for 45 minutes or until bubbly. Cover with foil if cheese browns too quickly. Alternatively, freeze for up to 6 months or refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking.

Notes

Feel free to add extra vegetables like mushrooms or peas, swap cream of mushroom soup for another flavor, or adjust seasonings to your taste. Serve with a fresh green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal
Keyword Baked Pasta, Chicken Casserole, Creamy, Spaghetti
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