Comfort food that’s easy to make for dinner or meal prep.
Chicken Spaghetti
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)
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8 oz spaghetti (uncooked)
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2 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 small green bell pepper, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
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Cook spaghetti
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Boil pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cook veggies
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In a large skillet, melt butter.
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Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until soft.
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Make sauce
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Add cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth.
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Stir until smooth and heated through.
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Combine
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Add shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti.
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Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Mix until well combined.
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Bake (optional but recommended)
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Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Top with extra cheddar cheese.
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Bake at 180°C / 350°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and cheese melts.
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Tips
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Shortcut: Use leftover rotisserie chicken for flavor and speed.
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Spicier version: Add a dash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños.
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Creamier: Stir in ½ cup sour cream before baking.
If you want, I can also give a slow cooker chicken spaghetti version that’s super hands-off.