Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti – A Comforting, Flavor-Packed Favorite
Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting baked pasta dish with tender chicken, a creamy tomato and cheese sauce, and bold Southern spices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
Ingredients
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12 oz spaghetti, cooked al dente
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3 cups shredded cooked chicken
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
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1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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1 small onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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2 tbsp butter or olive oil
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2 cups cubed Velveeta or 1½ cups shredded cheddar
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1–2 tsp Cajun or Creole seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: extra cheese for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13” baking dish.
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In a large skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper in butter until soft.
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Stir in Rotel, soups, spices, and cheese. Cook on low until cheese melts.
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In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, chicken, and sauce. Mix well.
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Spread into baking dish and top with extra cheese if desired.
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Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes more until bubbly.
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Let rest before serving.
Notes
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For milder flavor, use mild Rotel and reduce Cajun seasoning.
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Make ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
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Freezes well before baking.