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Garlic Butter used on pasta and bread

Classic Chicken Spaghetti

bethany
A comforting and creamy chicken spaghetti dish loaded with cheesy goodness, seasoned chicken, and a gentle spicy kick from Rotel.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie works well
  • 8 oz spaghetti noodles cooked al dente
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies Rotel
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or Velveeta cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese optional, for extra creaminess
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika

Instructions
 

  • Boil spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in a bit of butter until soft.
  • Stir in cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes with chilies, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add shredded cheddar or Velveeta cheese and stir until melted. Add cream cheese if using and blend until smooth.
  • Fold in shredded cooked chicken and cooked spaghetti. Mix until evenly coated.
  • Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with additional cheese if desired.
  • Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  • Optional: broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.

Notes

Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra color and nutrition.
Keyword baked pasta, chicken spaghetti, comfort food, creamy chicken