A spicy, creamy Southern-style chicken spaghetti casserole made with shredded chicken, pasta, and bold cheesy flavor. Comforting, quick to make, and ideal for potlucks or family dinners.
8 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
½ cup sour cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
1 small onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, diced
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: jalapeños, parsley for garnish
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté onion and bell pepper in olive oil until soft.
In a large bowl, mix sautéed veggies, soup, sour cream, broth, diced tomatoes, seasonings, chicken, and 1 cup cheese.
Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.
Pour into a greased 9×13” baking dish.
Top with remaining cheese and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
Broil for 2 minutes for a golden crust (optional).
Garnish and serve hot.
Make ahead and refrigerate or freeze
Adjust spice with cayenne or jalapeños
Use gluten-free pasta and soup for GF version
Reheats well for leftovers or lunch