White Chicken Spaghetti – Plain Chicken

White Chicken Spaghetti Recipe – Tender chicken, creamy Queso Blanco Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti for a dish that’s rich, flavorful, and satisfying. Topped with melted white cheddar cheese, this casserole is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, it’s sure to become a favorite!

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Easy Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

White chicken spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy delight that brings comfort to every bite. Tender chunks of chicken, perfectly seasoned with taco spices and spaghetti, all wrapped up in a luscious, velvety queso blanco cheese sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted white cheddar cheese, this casserole comes out of the oven bubbling and golden, inviting you to dig in and savor its irresistible goodness. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, white chicken spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love.

How to Make White Chicken Spaghetti

This dish is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions for al dente pasta. Drain pasta and set aside. 

Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Season chicken with taco seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown. Stir in cream of chicken soup, queso blanco velveeta cheese, Rotel tomatoes, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook over medium-low heat until the cheese has melted. Season with salt and black pepper. 

Add cooked pasta and shredded white cheddar cheese to the cheese sauce and toss to coat. Transfer the pasta mixture to a 9-inch square baking dish. Top with more shredded white cheddar cheese. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly and the cheese has melted. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• You can any chicken you prefer in this dish: chicken breasts, thighs, or tenderloins,
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for easy prep.
  • This is a great dish to use up any leftover holiday turkey.
• I use Mexican Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green chiles.
  • You can use any flavor of Rotel that you prefer.
• Variations/Additions:
  • green pepper
  • red peppers
  • onions
  • broccoli
  • spinach
• You can use any flavor of condensed cream of soup.
  • I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken & Mushroom Soups in this dish to control the sodium.
• Can I make Chicken Spaghetti Casserole ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool completely. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
  • Bring the pan to room temperature before baking.
  • You may need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• Can I freeze Chicken Spaghetti Casserole? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool completely. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to four months
  • Thaw and bake as directed.
  • You may need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in the microwave.
  • Add a splash of chicken broth or heavy cream if the pasta is too dry.

What to Serve with Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

This White chicken spaghetti is a new favorite at our house. I made this for dinner last week and it was gone in a flash! This pasta is a hearty and flavorful dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides to complete your meal. 

• A crisp Mexican chopped salad, with its tangy dressing and crunchy veggies, provides a refreshing contrast to the rich, creamy pasta. 
• Garlic bread or a warm, crusty baguette is perfect for sopping up any extra cheesy sauce, adding a delightful crunch to each bite. 
• For a touch of brightness, consider serving steamed or roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, green beans, or asparagus, which add a pop of color and a healthy balance to the meal. 

These pairings not only enhance the flavors of the spaghetti but also create a well-rounded, inviting dining experience. Looking for more side dish ideas? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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White Chicken Spaghetti

Yield: 6 people

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

White Chicken Spaghetti Recipe – Tender chicken, creamy Queso Blanco Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes come together with perfectly cooked spaghetti for a dish that’s rich, flavorful, and satisfying. Topped with melted white cheddar cheese, this casserole is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, it’s sure to become a favorite!

• Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions for al dente pasta. Drain pasta and set aside. 

• Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Season chicken with taco seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown.

• Stir in cream of chicken soup, queso blanco velveeta cheese, Rotel tomatoes, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook over medium-low heat until the cheese has melted. Season with salt and black pepper. 

• Add cooked pasta and 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese to the cheese sauce and toss to coat. Transfer the pasta mixture to a 9-inch square baking dish. Top with remaining shredded white cheddar cheese.

• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese has melted. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.

• You can any chicken you prefer in this dish: chicken breasts, thighs, or tenderloins,
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for easy prep.
  • This is a great dish to use up any leftover holiday turkey.
• I use Mexican Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green chiles. 
  • You can use any flavor of Rotel that you prefer.
• Variations/Additions:
  • green pepper
  • red peppers
  • onions
  • broccoli
  • spinach
• You can use any flavor of condensed cream of soup.
  • I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken & Mushroom Soups in this dish to control the sodium.
• Can I make Chicken Spaghetti Casserole ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool completely. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
  • Bring the pan to room temperature before baking.
  • You may need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• Can I freeze Chicken Spaghetti Casserole? 
• Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool completely. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to four months,
  • Thaw and bake as directed.
  • You may need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in the microwave.
  • Add a splash of chicken broth or heavy cream if the pasta is too dry.
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Steph