Description
Chicken spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish made with tender chicken, spaghetti noodles, and a rich sauce. Quick, cozy, and family-approved, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or sharing with guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 ounce) package angel hair spaghetti noodles
- 2 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
- 6 ounces processed cheese, cubed (¾ of an 8 oz package)
- ½ (4 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti for 4–5 minutes until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
- Add chopped chicken, condensed soup, diced tomatoes with chilies, cubed cheese, and mushrooms (if using) to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese melts and everything is heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately, or transfer to a baking dish and broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden cheesy top.
- Optional: Garnish with parsley or Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for added flavor and convenience.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- To make it healthier, use whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese.
- This recipe can be baked at 350°F for 20 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 376 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 875 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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