Chicken spaghetti casserole is such a yummy and easy recipe. This casserole is made up of only a few simple ingredients, consisting of chicken breast, pasta, onion, bell pepper, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, frozen corn and pepper jack cheese. There are so many different side dishes that you can serve with this great recipe to the whole family on those busy weeknights.
First, let’s talk about the different ingredients in this easy chicken spaghetti recipe. The main ingredient in this casserole dish is the chicken. And, this recipe can be made with a variety of juicy chicken. An easy and great option is to buy a rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store. Then, all you will need to do is pull the delicious chicken off of the bone and add it to your creamy sauce and al dente noodles.
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Another great way to make this recipe is to use canned cooked chicken breast or you can always take some fresh chicken breast and fry it up in a large skillet with a little olive oil over medium-high heat then add it to your cheesy sauce casserole. Whatever choice of chicken breasts that you choose to add to your casserole will soon become a family favorite.
One last chicken choice is to add any leftover chicken from your last meal to your cheesy chicken spaghetti. This classic comfort food is the ideal meal to serve any night of the week or for a special occasion.
What kind of cheese goes in a chicken spaghetti casserole?
Usually, I add shredded colby jack, however any kind of cheese will work for this recipe, here are a few kinds to choose from:
- sharp cheddar cheese
- colby jack
- parmesan cheese
- feta cheese
- monterey jack
- pepper jack
What side dishes to serve with a chicken spaghetti casserole?
Any one of the following would make a great side dish for your spaghetti dinner or any main course meal:
- garlic bread – make your own garlic bread or buy it in the freezer department of your local grocery store.
- green beans – choose fresh green beans or canned green beans
- corn on the cob
- classic caesar salad
- green salad or any type of colorful salads
- sweet peas
- brussels sprouts
- sweet potatoes – choose to make sweet potato fries or baked sweet potatoes
- fruit salad
- dinner rolls
- crusty bread
What goes in homemade chicken spaghetti casserole? (scroll down for printable recipe card)
- chicken breast
- Angel hair pasta
- onion
- bell pepper
- cream of mushroom soup
- chicken broth
- frozen corn
- pepper jack cheese
How to make chicken spaghetti (scroll down for printable recipe card)
- Place a large skillet over medium high heat
- Drizzle the pan with a little olive oil
- Add diced up chicken breast and chopped onion to the olive oil
- Add black pepper and salt to the chicken breast
- Saute chicken until it is done and remove from heat
- Boil Angel hair pasta as directed on the instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees f.
- Take a 9×12 baking dish and spray with a nonstick cooking spray
- To baking dish add the following: cooked chicken, onion, noodles, shredded pepper jack cheese, frozen corn, chopped bell pepper, cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth
- Take a wooden spoon and mix well
- Add sprinkled cheese to the top of the chicken spaghetti
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes
- Remove from the oven and serve
Easy Chicken Spaghetti with Pepper Jack Cheese
Easy Chicken Spaghetti with Pepper Jack Cheese is so delicious that the entire family will be asking for more!
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 lb Angel Hair pasta
- 1 onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 can (10.5 oz) of cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (14.5 oz) of chicken broth
- 8 oz bag of frozen corn
- 8 oz shredded pepper jack cheese (goes in the casserole)
- 2 cups of any kind of shredded cheese (goes on top of the casserole before baking)
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium high heat
- Drizzle the pan with a little olive oil
- Add diced up chicken breast and chopped onion to the olive oil
- Add black pepper and salt to the chicken breast
- Saute chicken until it is done and remove from heat
- Boil Angel hair pasta as directed on the instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees f.
- Take a 9x12 baking dish and spray with a nonstick cooking spray
- To baking dish add the following: cooked chicken, onion, noodles, shredded pepper jack cheese, frozen corn, chopped bell pepper, cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth
- Take a wooden spoon and mix well
- Add sprinkled cheese to the top of the chicken spaghetti
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes
- Remove from the oven and serve
Can I freeze leftover chicken spaghetti casserole?
Yes, once that your chicken spaghetti has cooled add the leftovers into an airtight container or add a sheet of aluminum foil or plastic wrap over the baking dish and place the leftovers into the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. This chicken spaghetti freezes perfectly and can be an easy dinner for the future. To thaw this pasta casserole, simply take it from the freezer and place into the refrigerator. Once the dish is thawed you can reheat in the oven or in the microwave and then add your favorite side dishes and you will have a complete meal that even your picky eaters will love.
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