Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is a warm and comforting dish that combines creamy textures with just the right amount of heat, along with easy-to-find flavors. Imagine tender chicken, smooth sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta all mixed together and baked until the top is just right.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large Pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 300 g Cooked chicken shredded
- 250 g Spaghetti or your choice of pasta
- 400 g Tomato-based sauce preferably spicy
- 200 g Cheese mozzarella and cheddar mixed
- 100 g Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 15 ml Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add shredded chicken and tomato-based sauce, stirring to combine.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the chicken mixture and mix until all pasta is coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- If desired, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for a crisp top.
Notes
Tip: You can lighten up the dish by using skinless chicken and low-fat cheese. For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of cream.