Irresistible Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Delight
A delicious and hearty casserole featuring the perfect blend of cheesy goodness and spicy flavor, ideal for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream cheese, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.
- For added flavor, consider adding bell peppers.
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: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Spicy Chicken Casserole, Cheesy Casserole, Southern Recipes