Description
This Ultimate Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting, creamy casserole that combines tender shredded chicken, melted cheeses, spaghetti, and flavorful tomatoes into a hearty baked dish. Perfect for family dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and yields a cheesy, satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
Pasta
- 1 (16-ounce) package spaghetti
Cheeses and Dairy
- 1 (16-ounce) package Velveeta cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Canned Goods
- 1 (10-ounce) can Ro*Tel Tomatoes (undrained)
Condiments and Seasonings
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup (undiluted)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large pot and just cover them with water. Cook over medium-low heat until the chicken is fully cooked through. Avoid boiling vigorously to prevent toughness. Once cooked, let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it thoroughly using two forks.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the spaghetti: Prepare the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Make the cheese sauce and combine: In a large pot, over low heat, combine the undrained Ro*Tel tomatoes, undiluted cream of mushroom soup, Velveeta cheese, and cream cheese. Stir constantly until all cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth. Then, add garlic powder, onion powder, shredded chicken, and the cooked spaghetti. Mix everything thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Be careful not to boil the chicken vigorously to keep it tender.
- Using Velveeta and cream cheese gives the dish a creamy, smooth texture.
- Cooking the spaghetti al dente helps prevent it from becoming mushy during baking.
- You can substitute Rotel tomatoes with diced tomatoes and green chilies if desired.
- For a spicier version, use a spicy variety of Ro*Tel tomatoes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
