Chicken Spaghetti Casserole With Velveeta And Rotel
Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make casserole recipe that your family will love? Look no further than this chicken spaghetti casserole with Velveeta and Rotel! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need to put dinner on the table quickly but still want something that is filling and satisfying.
Ingredients
Before we get started, let's take a look at what you'll need for this recipe:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Now that you have your ingredients, it's time to get started!
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add the cooked and shredded chicken to the skillet, along with the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. Stir to combine.
5. Add the Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, Velveeta cheese, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.
6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, and stir to combine with the cheese sauce.
7. Pour the spaghetti and cheese mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Why This Recipe Works
The combination of Velveeta cheese and Rotel tomatoes and green chilies gives this chicken spaghetti casserole a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy flavor that is sure to be a hit with your family. The addition of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups adds even more creaminess and flavor to the dish.
This recipe is also easy to customize based on your family's preferences. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use a can of regular diced tomatoes instead of Rotel. If you want to add more vegetables, you can throw in some diced carrots, celery, or zucchini.
Conclusion
This chicken spaghetti casserole with Velveeta and Rotel is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that your family will love. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table quickly, and it's also easy to customize based on your family's preferences. Give this recipe a try and see why it's a family favorite!
