Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole, a delightful dish that epitomizes Southern cuisine. This creamy casserole features tender rotisserie chicken, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and a rich blend of Velveeta cheese that creates an irresistible flavor explosion. Topped with a crispy panko crust, this dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that even the pickiest eaters will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked spaghetti
- 1 lb rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese (cut into chunks)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
- In a large stockpot, melt butter and add Velveeta, Rotel, cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Cook over medium heat until smooth.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cooked spaghetti, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Top with cheddar cheese and panko bread crumbs.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes until hot and bubbly. Remove foil and broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for a crispy top.
- Let sit for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg