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Baked Southern chicken spaghetti casserole with golden cheese

Irresistible Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

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  • Author: Sam
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bold Southern flavors, this Irresistible Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is the perfect comfort dish for fall. It’s got just the right kick of spice to keep things exciting and a whole lot of cozy baked goodness to bring people together.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces spaghetti (or preferred pasta)
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (10 ounces) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
  3. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth. Add smoked paprika, cayenne, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti until well coated.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Transfer pasta mixture to dish and spread evenly. Top with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Slightly undercook the pasta before baking to prevent mushiness. Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Adjust spices to suit your preference. Add veggies or a crunchy topping for variety.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://www.freshleafrecipes.com/irresistible-spicy-southern-chicken-spaghetti-casserole/