Irresistible Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole – Cheesy, Bold & Comforting
This Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is a bold and creamy comfort food classic made with tender chicken, spicy Rotel tomatoes, cheese, and Cajun seasoning. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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12 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained
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3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
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1 onion, chopped
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1 bell pepper, chopped
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1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chiles), drained
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1 can cream of chicken soup
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1 can cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup sour cream
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
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1 tsp Cajun or Creole seasoning
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Optional: jalapeños, hot sauce, chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft. Add jalapeño if using.
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In a large bowl, mix soups, sour cream, Rotel, cheese, seasoning, cooked chicken, and veggies.
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Add cooked spaghetti and mix well.
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Pour into baking dish. Top with more cheese.
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Cover and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more, until bubbly and golden.
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Rest before serving. Garnish as desired.