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Chicken Spaghetti That Everyone Loves
Caroline

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

This hearty and comforting chicken spaghetti casserole combines tender chicken, creamy mushroom sauce, sharp cheddar cheese, and spaghetti noodles, baked into a golden, cheesy dish perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 3 cups dry spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup green pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
  • 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained
  • 2 cups chicken broth (reserved from cooking chicken)
  • 1 tsp Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
  • 1/8–1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowls
  • Casserole dish
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cheese grater

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, boil a whole fryer chicken (or chicken breasts/thighs) until fully cooked. Remove, cool slightly, shred into 2 cups of meat, and reserve 2 cups of broth.
  2. In the reserved broth, cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine spaghetti, shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup cheddar cheese, green pepper, onion, pimentos, chicken broth, seasoned salt, cayenne, and salt and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Pour mixture into a greased casserole dish. Top with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 45 minutes, until bubbly and golden. If the cheese browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
  6. Allow to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For a creamier casserole, stir in a splash of heavy cream or sour cream before baking. Kids love this dish with a little extra cheese on top. Great recipe to double and freeze—perfect for busy families or new parents needing freezer meals.