Ro Tel Chicken Spaghetti

Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with bold Southwestern flavor, this Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Tender shredded chicken and perfectly cooked spaghetti are smothered in a velvety sauce made with cream of mushroom and chicken soups, melty cheddar, and zesty Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies. A hint of garlic and onion adds savory depth, while optional crispy bacon bits take this casserole to the next level. Baked to golden, bubbling perfection, it's a family-friendly meal that's as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this irresistible baked spaghetti is a crowd-pleaser you'll want to add to your regular recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 10 oz Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
• 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 oz processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil and cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set it aside. Reserve 1 cup of the chicken cooking water if desired.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 4

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Mix well until combined and smooth.

Step 5

Add the Ro-Tel tomatoes (do not drain), shredded cheddar cheese, and cubed processed cheese. Stir continuously until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Add the shredded chicken to the sauce, followed by the cooked spaghetti. Toss everything together until the spaghetti is fully coated in the sauce.

Step 8

If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved chicken cooking water to loosen it up slightly.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 10

Top the dish with additional shredded cheddar cheese and optional bacon bits if desired.

Step 11

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbling.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your creamy, cheesy Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2467 grams (2467.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3638

Total Fat 205.90g	264%
Saturated Fat 112.90g	565%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 791mg	264%
Sodium 10878mg	473%
Total Carbohydrate 188.10g	68%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 38.40g
Protein 258.20g	516%

Vitamin D 158IU	792%
Calcium 3346mg	257%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 3252mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 20.7%