Easy Spicy Southern Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Recipe
A creamy, cheesy Southern-style chicken spaghetti casserole with bold spices, tender chicken, and just the right kick of heat, perfect for comforting family dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti, broken in half
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, lightly drained
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until just al dente and drain well.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened.
- In a large bowl, stir together sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked spaghetti, chicken, vegetables, and diced tomatoes to the bowl.
- Stir until evenly combined.
- Fold in 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- Transfer mixture to baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Slightly undercook the pasta and let the casserole rest before serving to help it hold together and stay creamy.