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A vibrant plate of spicy southern chicken spaghetti casserole featuring golden-brown breadcrumb topping, tender shredded chicken, and a rich tomato sauce, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden table

Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Delight

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A savory, spicy chicken spaghetti casserole layered with tender chicken, flavorful pasta, and topped with crispy breadcrumbs, ideal for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked spaghetti
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup crushed fried onions or breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Mix cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, and sauce in a large bowl.
  5. Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and crushed breadcrumbs on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to your taste by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with evaporated milk for a lighter version.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: easy, spicy, comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 130 mg