Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the South with this Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole. Packed with tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, creamy cheese, and a kick of spice, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Spaghetti:
- 8 oz spaghetti
Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Bell Peppers:
- 1 cup fresh bell peppers (chopped)
Cream of Chicken Soup:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
Spices:
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Green Onions:
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the chicken in a large pot over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Cook Spaghetti: Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, bell peppers, spices, and half of the cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper.
- This casserole reheats well, making it a great option for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Spicy, Cheesy, Chicken, Spaghetti, Casserole, Southern, Comfort Food
