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Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: The Ultimate Comfort Food

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: The Ultimate Comfort Food

A comforting and creamy baked chicken spaghetti casserole made with Monterey Jack cheese, spinach, and French fried onions.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz dried spaghetti
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
  • 16 oz sour cream
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 oz French fried onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain.
  3. In a large bowl, mix chicken, sour cream, soups, spinach, 1 cup cheese, garlic, and half the onions.
  4. Combine with cooked spaghetti and spread in baking dish.
  5. Top with remaining cheese and onions.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
  • Shred cheese fresh for best melt.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg