Description
A creamy and cheesy dish combining chicken and pasta for a comforting meal that pleases a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 2 chicken breasts)
- 8 oz spaghetti (or any pasta of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup milk (or chicken broth for a lighter version)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they soften and begin to brown slightly.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and milk. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and heated through.
- Add Chicken and Cheese: Fold in the shredded chicken and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is warmed.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the creamy sauce, mixing well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Optional Baking Step: If you’d like a baked version, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with the remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, then bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or use leftover chicken to customize this dish further.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy, cheese, family meal