CREAMY ROTEL CHICKEN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE 🍝

Cheesy, creamy, slightly spicy, and the perfect comfort casserole.

This classic Southern-style casserole combines **tender shredded chicken**, **creamy sauce**, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and **melty cheddar** tossed with spaghetti and baked until bubbly. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and sure to become a family favorite!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Base

• **8 oz spaghetti**, cooked and drained
• **2 cups cooked shredded chicken** (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)

For the Flavor

• **1 can (10 oz) Rotel**, drained
• **1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup**
• **½ cup sour cream**
• **1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese**

For Seasoning

• **½ teaspoon garlic powder**
• **½ teaspoon onion powder**
• **Salt & black pepper** to taste
• Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Directions — Full & Detailed

1. Prepare the Base
   • Preheat oven to **350°F (175°C)**.
   • Lightly grease a **9×13-inch baking dish**.
   • Cook spaghetti until al dente, then **drain well**. Set aside.
2. Make the SauceIn a large mixing bowl, combine:
   • Cream of chicken soup
   • Sour cream
   • Drained Rotel tomatoes
   • Garlic powder, Onion powder, Salt & pepper

   Whisk until smooth, creamy, and fully blended.

   Stir in **1 cup of the shredded cheddar** (save the remaining ½ cup for topping).

3. Combine Everything
   • Add the shredded chicken to the bowl.
   • Add the cooked spaghetti.
   • **Toss everything together** until the pasta is well-coated with the creamy Rotel mixture. The mixture should be thick, cheesy, and full of flavor.
4. Bake the Casserole
   • Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
   • Top with the **remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese**.
   • Bake uncovered for **25–30 minutes** or until bubbly around the edges and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
5. Serve
   • Remove from the oven and **let it rest for 5 minutes** to set.
   • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
   • Serve warm and enjoy!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Garlic bread
• A crisp green salad
• Roasted broccoli
• Corn on the cob
• Jalapeño slices for extra heat

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