Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a comforting dish that combines creamy cheese, tender chicken, and zesty spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe requires only 15 minutes of prep time and can easily be customized to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 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 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 golden brown. Shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil salted water in a separate pot and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of Casserole (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg