Description
Chicken spaghetti with Rotel is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and creamy cheese into a satisfying meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, bringing hearty flavors and warm aromas to your table. With its restaurant-quality taste and simple ingredients, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare all ingredients.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden on both sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from heat, let rest, then shred.
- Boil salted water; cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, drained Rotel tomatoes, softened cream cheese, chicken broth, onion powder, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish; top with remaining cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg