Description
A creamy, cheesy, and spicy Southern-style baked spaghetti casserole loaded with tender chicken, peppers, and bold Cajun flavors.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with green chilies, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti to the skillet mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake for 5 more minutes until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- Adjust spice by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Pairs well with garlic bread and a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern