Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the delightful Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a comforting dish that combines creamy cheese with zesty chicken and vibrant bell peppers. This casserole is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, featuring layers of tender spaghetti enveloped in a savory sauce. With its quick prep time and customizable ingredients, this recipe ensures satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. Each mouthful bursts with flavor, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 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 cup fresh bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook chicken breasts in a large pot over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Boil salted water in another pot and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, shred the cooked chicken and combine with spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving topped with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg