Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole is a beloved classic, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, and a creamy mushroom sauce, making it a go-to comfort food. In this article, we’ll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing this delicious casserole. So, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
Let’s start with the essential ingredients that make this dish so scrumptious.
INGREDIENTS | AMOUNT |
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Chopped cooked chicken breast | 2 cups |
Uncooked spaghetti noodles | 2 cups (about 7 ounces) |
Slices of celery | 1 cup (1/4-inch-thick) |
Chopped red bell pepper | 1 cup |
Chopped onion | 1 cup |
Fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth | 1 cup |
Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
Freshly ground black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
Condensed 30% reduced-sodium 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup | 2 cans (10.75 ounces each) |
Cooking spray | As needed |
Shredded cheddar cheese | 1 cup (4 ounces), divided |
Instructions:
Now, let’s dive into the cooking process.
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- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients – chopped cooked chicken breast, uncooked spaghetti noodles, slices of celery, chopped red bell pepper, and chopped onion.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, salt, pepper, and the condensed 30% reduced-sodium 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup. Add this mixture to the chicken and pasta mixture, tossing it all together.
- Divide the mixture evenly between 2 (8-inch) square or (2-quart) baking dishes that have been coated with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over each casserole.
- Cover the baking dishes with foil coated with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for 35 minutes. Afterward, uncover the casseroles and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- This recipe makes 2 casseroles, with 4 equal servings in each.
- Enjoy your mouthwatering Chicken Spaghetti Casserole!