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Southern Spaghetti Bake Recipe Easy Creamy Chicken Dinner Idea

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This Southern Spaghetti Bake is a creamy, cheesy casserole loaded with tender chicken and baked spaghetti, all topped with a golden, bubbly cheese crust. It’s the ultimate comfort food for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces dry spaghetti
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • Optional: Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
  • Optional: 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pimentos
  • Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until just al dente, about 8-9 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth and well blended. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fold in cooked chicken, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, and any optional add-ins (bell pepper, pimentos, red pepper flakes). Stir until evenly coated.
  5. Add cooked spaghetti to the bowl and toss gently to coat all the noodles in the creamy sauce.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese over the top. Add parsley or green onions if desired.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly. For extra browning, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely.
  9. Let the bake cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

For best results, use al dente pasta and full-fat dairy. Let the bake rest before serving for clean slices. Add a splash of broth if reheating leftovers. Easily adaptable for gluten-free or dairy-free diets with appropriate substitutions.

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