Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole: A Comfort Food Classic
Looking for a cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner? This creamy chicken spaghetti casserole is your go-to solution. Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, it’s a perfect dish for family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you want to deliver a little comfort in a casserole dish.
Whether you grew up with it or are discovering it for the first time, chicken spaghetti casserole has a nostalgic charm — blending tender chicken, pasta, veggies, and melted cheese into one delicious bake.
🧀 What Makes Chicken Spaghetti Casserole So Special?
This dish brings together the best of home cooking:
✅ Shredded chicken for heartiness
✅ Spaghetti for that familiar pasta comfort
✅ Creamy soup and broth for a rich, flavorful base
✅ And of course — cheese. Lots of it.
It’s ideal for making ahead of time, freezing for later, or sharing with friends and neighbors who could use a warm homemade meal.
🍗 Ingredients You’ll Need:
3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
8 oz. spaghetti noodles, cooked al dente
⅔ cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color you like)
1 cup chicken broth
2 cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, cooked spaghetti, celery, onion, and bell pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the soup mixture over the chicken mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
Transfer the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
🥗 Serving Tips:
Serve your casserole with a fresh green salad or some crusty garlic bread for a complete meal. Leftovers keep well and taste even better the next day!