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Easy & Delicious Chicken Spaghetti – A Classic Dinner Recipe

This creamy, cheesy chicken spaghetti casserole has a spicy kick from Ro-Tel and is pure comfort food! Perfect for busy weeknights or a potluck favorite the whole family will love. 😍πŸ”₯

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded chicken πŸ—
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced πŸ§…
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced πŸ§„
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1Β½ cups chicken broth
  • ΒΎ cup milk
  • 4 oz. cream cheese πŸ₯„
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese πŸ§€
  • 1 (10 oz.) can diced tomatoes & green chilies (Ro-Tel) πŸ…
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 16 oz. thin spaghetti 🍝
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (15 oz.) can of cream soup (or 2 cups homemade Cream Soup Substitute)

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta:

  • Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.

2️⃣ Preheat & Prep:

  • Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9Γ—13 baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • SautΓ© onions until tender, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, whisking to combine.
  • Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously until smooth.
  • Stir in cream soup, then gradually add cheddar cheese and cream cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt & black pepper to taste.

4️⃣ Assemble the Casserole:

  • Fold in the shredded chicken and Ro-Tel tomatoes.
  • Pour the sauce over cooked spaghetti, tossing to coat evenly.
  • Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with dried basil.

5️⃣ Bake & Serve:

  • Bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

βœ” Garnish with fresh parsley or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. 🌿
βœ” Pair with a side of garlic bread or a crisp side salad. πŸ₯—
βœ” Add chopped bacon or sautΓ©ed mushrooms for extra depth of flavor. πŸ₯“πŸ„