Description
A hearty casserole combining tender chicken, cheesy goodness, and a tantalizing kick of spice, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
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 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- In a large pot, cook the chicken over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it’s golden and completely cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, boil salted water in a separate pot and cook the spaghetti until al dente—about 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. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to your greased casserole dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until it’s bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it rest for about 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving.
Notes
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
- Can substitute chicken with turkey or a vegetarian protein.
- Great for leftovers and reheats well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken