Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti (Print-Friendly Version)
Cheesy chicken, vibrant peppers, and tender spaghetti baked with Southern flair for a comforting, flavorful meal.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Ingredients
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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 680 g)
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225 g dried spaghetti
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200 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 cup (120 g) bell peppers, fresh, chopped
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1 can (298 g) cream of chicken soup
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 cup (15 g) green onions, sliced
# How to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a large ovenproof casserole dish with oil or butter.
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In a large pot, cook chicken breasts over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked. Set aside and shred into bite-sized pieces.
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Boil salted water in a separate pot, add spaghetti, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, cream of chicken soup, chopped bell peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and half the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Transfer mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese evenly on top. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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For extra spice, increase cayenne pepper or add chopped jalapeños to the mixture.
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This dish can be assembled in advance and refrigerated before baking.