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Easy Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

Rotel Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

Author: Olivia Ross
A creamy, cheesy baked spaghetti dish with shredded chicken, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and Tex-Mex spices. Pure comfort food that’s family-friendly, easy to prep, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 511 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound spaghetti Cooked al dente
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup diced onion Yellow or white
  • ½ cup diced bell pepper Any color
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies Undrained
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Rotisserie preferred
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin Optional
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cubed Velveeta cheese Cube small for faster melting
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For topping
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley Optional; or cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in undrained Rotel tomatoes and simmer for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Add shredded chicken, salt, chili powder, cumin (if using), and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes more.
  • Add cubed Velveeta, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
  • Add cooked spaghetti and gently toss to coat with sauce.
  • Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted. Optional: broil 1 minute for golden top.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
  • Cook pasta only to al dente.
  • For extra spice, use hot Rotel or pepper jack cheese.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving to firm up.

Nutrition

Calories: 511kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 32gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 1615mgPotassium: 643mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 954IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 477mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
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