Description
This Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food! Packed with tender chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, savory spinach, and a crunchy French Fried Onion topping, it’s a cheesy casserole dish everyone will adore. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Casserole:
- 12 ounces dried spaghetti (cooked al dente)
- 4 cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream (for a creamy base)
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans unsalted cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained (adds a healthy touch)
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided (melty and gooey!)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (for a burst of flavor)
- 1 (6-ounce) can French’s French Fried Onions, divided (crunchy topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. - Prepare the Pasta:
Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Mix Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, drained spinach, 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, minced garlic, and half a can of French Fried Onions. - Combine Pasta and Mixture:
Add the cooked spaghetti to the chicken mixture and stir until well combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish. - Add Toppings:
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the pasta. Finish by evenly spreading the remaining French Fried Onions on top. - Bake:
Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the onions are golden brown.
Notes
- Spinach Alternative: If you’re not a fan of spinach, substitute it with sautéed mushrooms or omit entirely.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the casserole in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready. Just add 10–15 minutes to the baking time.
- Custom Toppings: Swap French Fried Onions for breadcrumbs or crushed crackers if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg