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cheesy chicken spaghetti casserole slice with abundant melted cheese oozing over pasta and chicken. Southern comfort food loaded with golden cheese layers and crispy baked top crust.

Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Creamy chicken spaghetti casserole with tender pasta, shredded chicken and melted cheese in rich sauce. Southern comfort food that feeds a crowd and makes perfect leftovers for busy families.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti noodles cook to al dente
  • 3 cups cooked chicken rotisserie, shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream full-fat preferred
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.75 oz can
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon butter for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning dried blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon paprika for color and flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F, grease 9x13 baking dish
  2. Cook spaghetti al dente according to package directions, drain
  3. Shred rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces
  4. Let cream cheese come to room temperature
  5. Melt butter, cook onion 3-4 minutes until soft
  6. Add garlic, cook 1 minute until fragrant
  7. Stir in soup, broth, Italian seasoning until combined
  8. Add cream cheese and sour cream, whisk until smooth
  9. Add pasta, chicken, vegetables, half the cheese
  10. Add salt, pepper, paprika, mix gently
  11. Pour into prepared baking dish, spread evenly
  12. Sprinkle remaining cheese over surface
  13. Cover with foil, bake 25 minutes, uncover, bake 10-15 more
  14. Let stand 10 minutes before serving